Junior Architechtural Designer

Job Description

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION: Aerolab is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a Junior Architectural Designer position. The position is full-time. The candidate will be responsible for supporting the design and engineering team with design development as well as the production and management of coordination and construction documents.

• Proper interpretation of design specifications, drawings, and schematics from a broad range of disciplines including architectural,       structural, electrical, and mechanical
• Produce drawings for schematic design, design development, and construction document phases illustrating architectural elements, structural elements, and elements from other disciplines, where applicable.
• Produce drawings, schematics, submittals, and reports
• Issue and respond to RFIs
• Travel to project sites when required to evaluate structures and coordinate with facility engineering teams
• Participate in coordination meetings with internal and external engineering teams related to ongoing projects
• Function as part of a Product Design Team following the guidance provided by design and project engineers.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Experience with CAD and BIM software including AutoCAD and Revit
• Experience with SolidWorks CAD software is strongly preferred but not required
• Experience in computer aided drafting techniques and standard engineering practices
• Experience with construction and design management platforms including Procore and Bluebeam
• Familiarity with engineering terminology
• Familiarity with building codes and applicable building standards
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office and Word Processing software
• Good time management skills, high work ethics
• Positive contributor to team participation
• Focused, methodical with good analytical skills
• Ability to handle multiple activities to meet target dates
• Able to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Good communication skills and ability to work in teams

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• 4 Year degree Engineering or Engineering Technology degree from an ABET-accredited program
• 1+ years of relevant work experience

  LOCATION & TRAVEL:

• The position is based at Aerolab’s main facility in Jessup MD
• Occasional offsite travel to customer sites may be required