Junior Architechtural Designer

Benefits: 401(k) Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 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. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The candidate is expected to perform the following routine functions: 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