Your Role

Gensler’s San Jose office is looking for a multi-talented Technical Designer to join our growing Advanced Tech team. We are looking for a candidate with experience in the design and delivery of advanced-tech, new development architecture projects—whether for dry labs, server rooms, clean room, industrial infrastructure, or other complex designs. You will be a key team member to help expand our capabilities in support of our client's aggressive expansion initiatives, working with our global and regional leaders to lead internal and external project teams and grow client relationships.  The ideal candidate will be adept in the design and technical elements of project delivery and production. 

You will leverage your technical acumen and Revit skills to drive client projects from concept through build in a collaborative team. Your role is critical in the design and delivery of world-class dry lab projects. Your work ethic and dedication to problem solving, combined with our commitment to collaboration and mentoring, make Gensler the perfect place to further your career.

What You Will Do

Contribute to our architectural design process in all project phases, including conceptual designs, presentations, schematic design, design development, construction documents, and production

Coordinate architectural 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

2 - 5 years of related architectural project experience

Excellent in digital modeling using Revit

Excellent at preparing presentation material using PowerPoint and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)

Knowledge of materials, construction techniques, and building codes

State licensure and LEED accreditation a plus

Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and parametric design software

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 - $90,000 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.