Aectual is the leading platform for 100% circular architectural and interior products, powered by advanced 3D printing technology and reusable materials. Our products, such as acoustic wall panels, furniture, and facades, enable clients worldwide—including Nike, Tiffany, BMW, Schiphol Airport, and Tetra Pak—to create custom designs using smart algorithms. With a rapidly growing range of products and designer collaborations, Aectual is built on sustainable principles, and our team is fully committed to 100% circularity.
Required skills & character:
- Possess a curious and positive personality with a strong interest in digital fabrication, materials, design, and product development
- Proven skills in parametric design are essential, particularly in Rhino and Grasshopper, knowledge of Python or other scripting/programming languages is a plus
- Demonstrate excellent analytical, technical, and creative design abilities
- Enjoy connecting virtual design tools with actual digital fabrication tools
- Hold a master's degree in architecture, design, or a related field
- Exhibit strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal
Role & tasks (varying per project):
- You will be working closely with our design-to-production and product development team
- Generating 3D print files and shop drawings
- Translating client requirements into printable designs using our design scripts
- Creating visualizations of our products for client projects
- Collaborating with architects and designers to develop new system variants
- Developing parametric design scripts based on user input, product design, and sales inquiries
- Contributing to our growing parametric product library and making products available on our platform
- Producing images, 3D models, and product information for marketing purposes
- Developing and maintaining scripts connected to our online platform tools and product XL 3D print parameters
What we offer:
- You can work independently while being closely connected to our young, energetic, innovative, and international team, which includes architects, software developers, robotics and 3D printing experts, product designers, and new business developers
- Join us in our mission to accelerate a radically sustainable way of building and become a true game-changer in the design and construction industry
- You have the option to work in a dynamic and inspiring workspace in Amsterdam or remotely
- Collaborate with some of the world's leading architecture and design firms, as well as renowned brands
- Utilize XL 3D printing robots that can digitally fabricate your designs at a 1:1 scale
- We offer a freelance contract with compensation based on qualifications and experience, plus flexible working hours that suit your productivity
Interested in joining our team?
Send your application to hans@aectual.com subject ‘Application Computational Designer – your name, with attached, a single .pdf (max 5Mb) containing:
- Letter of interest
- Selection of most relevant projects you worked on (maximum four)
- CV
- Application deadline: December 5th, 2024
