Job Overview

The Laboratory Design Associate prepares 2D/3D designs and construction plans for standalone, analytics-only laboratory solutions. The Laboratory Design Associate supports the development of the laboratory design throughout multiple phases to ensure the successful implementation of the proposed solution. The Lab Design Associate creates basic 3D visualization and digital images to promote sales opportunities and support marketing needs. This off-campus position is a part of the Business Operations team and works closely with colleagues, as well as internal and external stakeholders (global business affiliates, field engineers, architects, customers, and others) to address unique design requirements. While this is a remote position, it may require up to 10% overnight travel across the US.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Transforms Matterport digital twin (BIM files or Point clouds) into formats used throughout the non-automation, solution design lifecycle.
• Produces detailed concept designs, phasing plans, and construction drawings using 2D/3D CAD software for non-automated solutions.
• Develops 3D models, renderings, and basic visualizations of laboratory designs using Revit, Enscape, Twinmotion or Unreal Engine.
• Collaborate on designs with internal and external customers for modifications and final approval.
• Documents and maintains change requests for concept designs, phasing plans and construction drawings for non-automation solutions.
• Provides accurate technical specifications and install dimensions to engineers, architects, and facilities team.
• General working knowledge of building codes, regulations, and standards.
• Reports progress and status of assignments on a timely basis.
• Manages multiple projects and tasks to meet the turnaround time demands of the assignment.
• Works closely with team to provide backup support tasks on projects with tight schedules.
• Performs other basic drafting and design assignments, special projects and support functions, as needed.
• Employs all company standards and follows established procedures to deliver quality results in the performance of assigned tasks.

Candidate Profile

An early-in-career professional CAD designer who pursues experience with lab design, technical layouts, and visualization. Seeks to leverage technical and creative skills to design optimal laboratory solutions that lead to successful implementations. Enjoys collaborating with colleagues, internal and external stakeholders to creatively solve unique design solutions. Organized, attentive to detail, and possesses excellent time management skills.

Minimum Requirements

• 1 - 3 years' experience with Revit, BIM and other CAD-related software.
• Completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Architectural Design Technology, Interior Design or comparable.
• Willing and able to travel 10% of the time.
• Reside within 50 miles of a major US metropolitan airport.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient with 3D design and rendering software (AutoCAD, Revit, Enscape, Unreal Engine, Twinmotion).
• Ability to design and read mechanical and architectural drawings.
• Proficiency in designing products using 3D parametric CAD.
• Basic knowledge of CAD file management and functionality.
• General understanding of drafting conventions and best practices.
• Basic understanding of GD&T.
• Basic knowledge of Virtual and Augmented Reality Solutions.
• Basic knowledge of Business Information Modeling (BIM) and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).
• General understanding and application of technical principles, theories and concepts in the field.
• Basic knowledge of other related disciplines and company objectives.