Computational Design Manager

Permanent employee, Full-time · Amsterdam

Job Description
Computational Designer
 
  • Highly skilled in Rhino
  • Highly skilled in Grasshopper
  • Minimum 2 year’s experience in Architecture/Engineering
  • Organized
  • Attention to detail
  • Inquisitive
  • Python/coding a plus
  • No Visa sponsorship required
 
NOWN is seeking a skilled Architect or Engineer with a minimum of two years of professional experience and a strong command of Grasshopper scripting within Rhino-based computational workflows.
 
This role is ideal for someone passionate about pushing the boundaries of digital design through the development and deployment of advanced 3D modeling, drafting, and drawing tools. You’ll play a key part in enhancing and optimizing our design-to-documentation pipeline, focusing on automation, parametric modeling, and streamlined production.
 
We’re looking for a self-driven and organized individual who thrives on creative problem-solving and technical exploration. You’ll contribute to the ongoing expansion of our custom digital toolset, supporting everything from concept modeling to shop drawing automation.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement parametric Grasshopper scripts for Rhino workflows
  • Create tools to automate and optimize 3D modeling and technical documentation
  • Collaborate with design and fabrication teams to streamline custom project delivery
  • Expand and maintain a robust library of computational design assets
  • This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking, design-led environment where your contributions will directly shape innovative architectural systems and their realization.
 
We offer:
 
  • Competitive pay
  • Complex problem solving challenges
  • Creative and engaging work environment
  • Engaging products/new ideas
  • Unlimited Coffee
  • Pension
  • Autonomy
  • Cool team members
  • Table tennis
About us

At NOWN, we make design happen. Creativity, expert knowledge, and cutting-edge technology shape everything we do — whether it’s exploring new ways to unite form and function, adapting our pre-configured architectural systems to meet project needs, or partnering with clients through our Solutions Studio.

Our multidisciplinary team brings together architects, designers, programmers, engineers, and artists with a deep understanding of the creative process. We use our collective ingenuity to bridge the gaps between design intent and manufacturing capabilities, and now, we're proud to announce that we are bridging the gap between the North America and Europe.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!
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