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Technical Designer - Lifestyle - Junior

Gensler, Seattle, WA, United States


At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers; we’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators and thought leaders.

Your Role As a Gensler Technical Designer, you will collaborate with our Design Directors to develop design solutions and coordinate the design through the construction documentation phase of projects. You will be a clear communicator and collaborator who helps translate initial visions into realized BIM models and images, while addressing artistic and/or technical issues as they arise. Your work ethic, along with your commitment to learning and mentoring, makes Gensler the ideal place to nurture your career in this dynamic field.

What You Will Do

Participate in all project phases, including conceptual designs, presentations, schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration

Collaborate with design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies and other vendors to meet overall project objectives

Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings

Utilize hand rendering techniques to communicate design concepts

Your Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Interior Design from an accredited school

3-6 years of related architecture experience; residential and/or senior living project experience preferred, but not required

Interest in architecture for residential multifamily design

Proficiency in Revit is required

Proficiency in modeling using 2D/3D software, such as CAD, Revit, Octane, 3dViz, 3ds MAX, and/or Rhino utilizing V‑Ray

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and/or SketchUp

Knowledge of relevant building codes and accessibility requirements

Demonstrated progress on AXP and/or ARE exams

Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and parametric design software, including Grasshopper is a plus

Compensation & Benefits The base salary will be estimated between $75,000 – $82,000 annually, plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.

Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401(k), profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice‑annual bonus opportunities.

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. Tuition reimbursement is also available for eligible programs or classes.

Life at Gensler Gensler is as committed to enjoying life as it is 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.

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