Mechanical Engineer

• Own the full design flow from client brief to permit-ready package across the 16', 20', and 24' timber-frame form factors
• Translate placemaker, developer, and end-client briefs into Camphomes schemes
• Develop schemes into complete design documentation packages
• Produce fabrication-ready shop drawings in coordination with the Head of Manufacturing
• Produce jurisdiction-compliant permit documentation for projects in Nicaragua, Panama, and eventually beyond
• Manage coordination with external structural engineers
• Build Camphomes’ AI-augmented design system using parametric models, configurable modules, automated schematic generation, and template-driven documentation
• Identify, build, deploy, and iterate AI agents for design-pipeline automation
• Establish quality control, review, validation, and exception-handling systems for automated outputs
• Partner with the Chief Craftsman to define and build the future design-production process
• Build and lead the Managua-based design team
• Define roles and operating processes for human judgment, craft decisions, and exception handling
• Establish a distributed-capable operating model and enable future remote specialist hiring
• Report to the Chief Craftsman and work as a peer to the Head of Manufacturing within the company’s operating core

Head of Design Engineering building Camphomes’ AI-automated timber-home design pipeline in Nicaragua

Head of Design Engineering

Head of Design Engineering building Camphomes’ AI-automated design pipeline for luxury teak kit-of-parts homes. Leading Managua’s design team and coordinating craft, manufacturing, structural engineering, and permit delivery.

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Head of Design Engineering