Building Envelope Designer

Digital Building Components (DBC), part of the DPR Family of Companies, is seeking a skilled and passionate Building Envelope Designer to join our growing team. As a Building Envelope Designer, you will play a crucial role in designing and developing the exterior envelope systems for prefabricated walls. You will collaborate with architects, engineers, and project managers to create designs that are both functional and aesthetically.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position requires a good understanding of building envelope systems, materials, and construction methods, as well as proficiency with Revit and BIM and the ability to translate concepts into practical, manufacturable solutions. Responsibilities will include but may not be limited to the following:

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Duties And Responsibilities

• Design Development - help develop comprehensive building envelope designs for prefabricated wall systems, ensuring integration of insulation, cladding, weatherproofing, and structural components.
• Collaboration - work closely with the inhouse project architect, Inhouse structural engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure designs meet project specifications.
• Technical Drawings - create detailed construction drawings, technical specifications, and assembly instructions for prefabricated wall systems using ACC, Sketch up or BIM software (AutoCAD, Revit, etc.).
• Quality Assurance - review design outputs to ensure quality standards, accuracy, and consistency. Identify potential design flaws or challenges and resolve them with in house team.
  
  

Required Skills And Abilities

• Good understanding of building envelope systems (insulation, cladding, waterproofing, air barriers, etc.).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively within the constraints of prefabricated design.
• Good communication and collaboration skills with a variety of team members.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with BIM (Building Information Modeling) tools and processes Like ACC and Procore.
• Familiarity with construction processes and materials used in prefab construction.
• Proficiency in design software (AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, etc.) and other relevant tools. Bonus for knowledge with Rhino, Dynamo.
  
  

Education And Experience

• Proven experience 5 years in building envelope design, bonus if in prefabricated or modular construction.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times if needed.
  
  

Nothing is more important than your health and wellness. The DPR family of companies offers comprehensive benefits programs for skilled craft and labor and experienced professionals and recent graduates.