US: FKB is a cutting-edge and innovative design and fabrication company specializing in creating immersive spaces. FKB is where design, engineering, architecture, manufacturing, and installation come together. Our strengths come from the versatile design and fabrication team that takes the project from concept to installation. FKB is a true industry leader in taking care of its employees with a generous health care package and generous paid time off. Come join us in designing the future.

Position Summary: FKB is looking to hire a full-time Designer to assist with the architectural, interior, industrial, and experiential design process per the client’s wants and needs and at the direction of the Head of Design. This role will focus on generating schematic designs and presentations as well as the construction of virtual environments using a variety of programs. This position will also collaborate with team members creatively, efficiently, and with a high degree of attention to detail in order to deliver fully rendered designs per client and Leadership specifications.

Please include a resume, portfolio, and at least 3 professional references with your application.

RESPONSIBILITIES | ACCOUNTABILITIES

The job responsibilities of our Designers include, but are not limited to:

• Drafting construction design documents and schematic design documents for various clients and projects; Parallel processing multiple jobs at one time, all at the direction of the Head of Design
• Assist with coordination and logistics for design, which may include assisting the Fabrication team with design feasibility
• Assist with concept and design development/strategy per client wants and needs, but also within the constraints of realistic fabrication and installation
• Generate floor plans of existing conditions
• Generate presentation renderings
• Prepare zoning and construction documents for permit process
• Collaborates with Design Engineering and Director or Fabrication to generate shop drawings and case work details
• Prepare presentation documents for both client and internal use
• Conduct background research for early development design concepts on clients, products, industry, and anything else relevant to the design request
• Collaborate closely with business development to create pitch decks and other materials for client and project presentations
• Assist with material selection for client review
• Assist Architectural Designer to facilitate code review, and other assisting tasks as necessary
• Site survey for documentation of existing conditions for projects
• Shop drawings for shop team to have accurate dimensions to build; Being accountable for these dimensions and sizes
• Revit, Rhino, and other AutoDesk applications in order to generate concepts, construction documents and other documentation
• Adobe Suite in order to manipulate graphical documents
• Material mockups and sample gathering for client presentation and review; Establish relationships with product representatives in order to receive finished samples. This includes coordinating with clients for finishes and other design details.
• Responsible for line work documentation that is being sent to clients, for example: 2D images, floor plans, ceiling plans, etc.
• Responsible for picking up CAD redlines
• Other additional duties and functions may include:Submitting drawings to City (or relevant municipality) for permits per Architectural Designer’s request, and running other relevant errands

Digital Fabrication as needed, such as 3D modeling and 3D printing as well as creating scaled models, as appropriate.
Assist in correspondence between clients when needed
Working in Unity, Maya and Unreal 5 animation work, and development of virtual environments
Other duties as assigned by the Head of Design, Architectural Designer, members of the business development team, and/or the CEO

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Experience / Skills:

• Bachelor’s of Science in Architecture or Bachelor’s of Architecture preferred
• Minimum professional experience of at least an internship, or 1-2 years professional experience
• Auto Desk and Adobe platforms software experience required
• Rendering software experience required, such as V Ray or Lumion
• Rhino software experience required
• Gaming experience, either as a designer or gamer, strongly preferred
• Experience with Virtual Reality platforms and devices, even as a user, strongly preferred
• Google Suite, especially Presentations, required
• Microsoft Office, and general office software a plus
• Grasshopper experience preferred but not required
• Able to produce quality construction and permit drawings, architectural drawings
• Able to communicate clearly and professionally to internal teams, clients, and vendors
• Able to concisely document communication with clients and manage their expectations
• Able to clearly communicate and effectively collaborate with other consultants/subcontractors
• Ability to pivot into different projects that are in different stages/phases
• Fine and close attention to detail
• Meticulous organizational skills
• Flexible time management
• Ability to multi-task and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate to fellow teammates and supervisor if overwhelmed
• Exhibits professionalism, particularly when meeting or interacting with clients, vendors, or other employees.
• Able to work late nights and weekends as required

We are a culture-oriented company. Alignment with our Core Values and Guiding Principles is critical.

Our Core Values:

• What is right for our customers above all else
• Creators, not duplicators
• Obsessive attention to detail and planning
• Proactive not reactive

Alignment with our Guiding Principles:

• Of Service - Being of service is our driving mindset. We embody selflessness and go the extra mile to improve the experience of others.
• Rigor - We do everything within our power to ensure successful outcomes. We're comprehensive and conscientious.
• Committed - We are wholeheartedly dedicated to one another, our customers and their goals.
• Integrity - We always do what's right above all else.
• Proactive - We take the initiative, anticipate what's next and have a bias towards action.
• Versatile - We're agile and operate successfully within ever-changing environments.
• Ingenuity - We find ways to create solutions-enhancing our processes, products and the quality of life for our people along the way.
• Excellence - Uncompromising quality throughout everything we do.
• Passion - We love what we do. Because life's too short to be miserable.
• Uptempo - We move fast.

FKB is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment or business practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

All applicants must be lawfully permitted to work in the United States.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Please briefly list the software program(s) you are most comfortable using.

Experience:

• digital fabrication: 1 year (Preferred)
• professional design: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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