What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Designer - Junior position at Gensler?
Our San Jose studio has a thriving interiors and architectural practice focusing on a wide variety of project types including workplace, commercial office buildings, retail, repositioning and education. At Gensler, we are one community, united by our commitment to holistically improve the human experience. Guided by determined optimism, we can use the power of design to spark positive change and create a future that promotes equity, resilience, and wellbeing foreveryone.
Your Role
As a Technical Designer at Gensler, you will collaborate with a team of architects and designers to develop design solutions as well as coordinate the design through the construction administration phase of a project. Your job is to combine your passion for design, creativity and technical knowledge with a focus on project delivery and an understanding how to produce functionally beautiful designs. Your work ethic combined with your passion for design in a collaborative environment makes Gensler the perfect place to nurture your career.
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
Work in a synergistic manner with other design and professional staff
Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs
Your Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in interior design or architecture
2-5 years of related project experience at commercial interior design or architecture firm
Proficiency in Revit required
Outstanding visualization & modeling capabilities using 3D software, such as Enscape, 3ds MAX, Sketch-up and/or Rhino utilizing V-Ray a plus.
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel)
Knowledge of relevant building codes and accessibility requirements
Enrolled in IDP Program (NCARB or NCIDQ) and in-process for state licensure
LEED Accredited Professional or in process
Ability to work in person in the office 5 days a week
Ability to keep up in a fast paced environment, work collaboratively and have the ability to take direction from senior designers / architects.
Clear verbal communication abilities and strong inter-personal skills.
Possess visual communication style and are able to think and visualize in three-dimensions
**The base salary will be estimated between $75,000 - $95,000 plus bonuses and benefits and is 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.
Gensler celebrates diversity and our commitment to creating an inclusive environment for our colleagues. 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Women, minorities, 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.
You may view our Pay Transparency Statement, your EEO rights under the law, and EEO is the law supplemental information on our website. Gensler shares the right to work and participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.
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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 info@gensler.com.
