Architectural Designer

Michael Baker International•Baltimore, MD

2d•$74,000 - $98,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Michael Baker International is seeking an Architectural Designer to join its Baltimore (Linthicum), Maryland team in its Architecture/Engineering Practice. The role supports design and documentation across a broad range of project types, including infrastructure, aviation, state and municipal, transit, commercial, and federal projects. The designer will work in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams with architects, interior designers, site/civil engineers, building-systems engineers, and other stakeholders. The position participates in architectural work from concept and programming through schematic design, construction documentation, and construction administration. It includes documenting existing conditions and preparing drawings, details, specifications, presentations, renderings, and technical documentation. The designer also contributes to consultant coordination, client meetings, proposals, design reviews, and quality assurance and quality control, while supporting compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations. The work calls for creative problem-solving, organization, production management, and a good understanding of construction documents and constructability. The role requires working in person at the Baltimore (Linthicum) office three days per week and approximately 20% travel based on project needs.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science or Arts in Architecture, Bachelor of Architecture, or Master of Science or Arts in Architecture; a relevant design degree will be considered.
At least 4 years of professional architectural experience.
Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and related architectural design software.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Proficiency with graphics/rendering software such as Enscape, Twinmotion, SketchUp, Adobe, or Rhino.
Knowledge of building systems, construction documentation, and consultant coordination.
Knowledge of building codes, accessibility requirements, and industry standards.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and with diverse teams.
U.S. citizenship or permanent U.S. residency.
Ability to work in person three days per week at the Baltimore (Linthicum) office.
Ability to travel approximately 20% based on project needs.

Nice To Haves

Candidates actively pursuing licensure are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Participate in all phases of architectural design, from concept/programming and schematic design through construction documentation and construction administration.
Document existing conditions.
Develop architectural drawings, details, specifications, presentations, renderings, and technical documentation using Revit and related design tools.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including architecture, engineering, planning, and client stakeholders.
Participate in consultant coordination and integration of building systems into project designs.
Participate in client meetings and contribute to proposal development, presentations, and design reviews.
Support quality assurance and quality control efforts and ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
Contribute innovative design solutions that support evolving technologies and future development on fast-paced, compressed schedules aligned with client requirements.