Technical Designer - Junior

Gensler•San Francisco, CA

1d•$75,000 - $82,000

About The Position

Your Role As a Gensler Technical Designer, you will collaborate with our design team to develop innovative and creative design solutions throughout all phases of our projects. You will be successful because you can clearly communicate design ideas both two- and three-dimensionally. Your communication skills extend beyond graphics to both verbal and written forms, and your research techniques allow to you to quickly solve problems. can research artistic and/or technical issues when they arise. Your creativity, motivation, and work ethic, combined with our commitment to collaboration and mentoring, makes Gensler the perfect place to further your career. What You Will Do Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in an open, iterative design process to develop and refine design concepts Contribute to our design process across all project phases, including conceptual design, schematic design, design development, and construction documents Coordinate design documents with clients, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives Create graphic presentations, 3d models and renderings, and design drawings Research and specify materials, building systems, and products Your Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, or equivalent 3 - 5 years of related project experience Proficiency in physical modeling, digital modeling, and visualization using Rhino, Grasshopper, Revit, and Enscape Expert use of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices a plus; portfolios ideally include one project with this particular focus Knowledge of materials, construction techniques, and building codes LEED accreditation a plus Demonstrated progress on AXP and/or ARE exams Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume and portfolio in PDF format. The base salary will be estimated between $75,000 - $82,000 annually, plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. Life at Gensler At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests. We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice-annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets. As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future. At Gensler, the value of our work stems from its positive impact on the human experience. We are a dynamic and collaborative design firm uniting creativity, research, and innovation to solve complex problems for our clients. Our work challenges conventional ideas about architecture and the built environment. We aren’t just designing buildings—we are reimagining cities and places that make a difference in people’s lives. Founded in 1965, Gensler has built a team of 6,000 professionals who partner with clients in over 100 countries each year. Everything we do is guided by our mission: to create a better world through the power of design. NOTICE TO APPLICANTS We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. See also Know your rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal, right to work and E-verify program, as required by law. Gensler endeavors to make gensler.com/careers accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us. Regarding Gensler’s approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with Gensler to review available information on recruitment fraud. Anyone who suspects that they have been contacted by someone falsely representing Gensler should email [email protected].

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, or equivalent
3 - 5 years of related project experience
Proficiency in physical modeling, digital modeling, and visualization using Rhino, Grasshopper, Revit, and Enscape
Expert use of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices a plus; portfolios ideally include one project with this particular focus
Knowledge of materials, construction techniques, and building codes
LEED accreditation a plus
Demonstrated progress on AXP and/or ARE exams

Responsibilities

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in an open, iterative design process to develop and refine design concepts
Contribute to our design process across all project phases, including conceptual design, schematic design, design development, and construction documents
Coordinate design documents with clients, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives
Create graphic presentations, 3d models and renderings, and design drawings
Research and specify materials, building systems, and products

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
disability
wellness programs
flex spending
paid holidays
paid time off
401k
profit sharing
employee stock ownership
twice-annual bonus opportunities
reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees
reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes