OXMAN · 3 months ago
Computational Designer
New York, NY, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $225K/yr
4+ years expOXMAN is a hybrid Design and R&D company that fuses design, technology, and biology to invent multi-scale products and environments. They are seeking a Computational Designer to leverage computation as a language for mediation between human-made and Nature-grown environments, conducting research in various computational fields and developing design processes and strategies.
Biomass EnergyBiotechnologyEnvironmental EngineeringManufacturing
Responsibilities
Develop computational design processes, embodiments, pipelines, and tools to explore mediation across biomimetic, biointegrated, and biosynthetic systems
Conception : Create prototypes, models, and pre-visualizations of computational design embodiments and methods to guide design processes and decision-making within the team
Research : Conduct research to enable and support projects through computational design technologies. Research is integrated to specific projects or facilitates the development of computational design processes used across projects
Implementation : Realize design concepts by using computational methods to design embodiments and, further, implement novel computational design processes that generate embodiments (e.g., 3D models, fabrication descriptions, machine interfaces, software, scripts)
Visualization : Develop 3D renderings and illustrations to inform and express research and design concepts to the team, clients, and the public
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, biologists, and designers
Communicate ideas, work, and progress clearly, including by engaging in team meetings, presentations, and other creative communication outlets
Qualification
Required
Minimum 4 years of experience in a design, production, or architecture studio
Portfolio demonstrating out-of-the-box thinking and stellar taste in design
Mastery of digital design tools such as SideFX Houdini, Rhino, Grasshopper, or Cinema 4D
Proficiency in programming (Python and/or C++)
Research experience in computational geometry, computational fabrication, computational intelligence, computational dynamics, or related fields
Working knowledge of university-level linear algebra and multivariable calculus
Strong understanding of artistic fundamentals of composition, form, and color
Strong commitment to the team; maintains positive working relationships with diverse people, including internal team and external partners
Embodies ethics and integrity in all work, respecting both company and broader community policies in all conduct
Preferred
Proficiency in real-time tools such as Touch Designer, Unreal Engine, or Unity is a plus
Benefits
Year-end bonuses
Benefits
Immigration assistance
Equity participation
Company
OXMAN
Oxman is a biotechnology company that combines design, technology, and biology from human-centric design to nature-centric design.
11-50 employees
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