Architectural Designer

Risa Boyer Architecture; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

We strive for work/life balance

Competitive salary

Paid vacation and holidays

Continuing education and healthcare

Licensure support

Job summary

Risa Boyer Architecture in Portland, OR seeks an Architectural Designer working toward licensure to contribute from concept through construction. You will join a collaborative design team focused on modern, sustainable residences and high-performance building strategies.

The ideal candidate has a design sensibility, strong attention to detail, proficiency in Revit, and the ability to work independently and within a team.

Qualifications

• Located in the Portland area.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture.
• 3+ years of professional architecture experience.
• Proficiency in Revit.
• Experience with architectural renderings and presentation graphics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with a team.

Responsibilities

• Produce design and construction drawings in Revit, following office standards.
• Prepare renderings, design presentations, and visual materials using Lumion, Enscape, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Research materials, products, building systems, and construction methods.
• Assemble finish palettes, fixture selections, furniture specifications, and interior design documentation.
• Conduct code research, permit coordination, and consultant coordination.
• Participate in client presentations, internal design reviews, and project team meetings.
• Keep project files and documentation organized.

Skills

Revit

Lumion

Enscape

Adobe Creative Suite

Hand sketches

Communication skills

Organization and detail

Independence and teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture

Job description

Risa Boyer Architecture (RBA), an established full-service architecture firm based in Portland, Oregon, seeks a talented and passionate Architectural Designer to join our team.

About Us: We create modern, timeless residences and creative environments. Our designs are characterized by open spaces, natural light, and a seamless connection between indoors and outdoors. We are committed to sustainable design practices and meld high design with high performance building strategies.

Position Overview: Architectural Designer, working toward licensure, to contribute to our collaborative design process from concept through construction. The ideal candidate will have a strong design sensibility, excellent attention to detail, a passion for sustainable design, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Produce design and construction drawings in Revit, following office standards
• Prepare renderings, design presentations, and visual materials using Lumion, Enscape, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Research materials, products, building systems, and construction methods
• Assemble finish palettes, fixture selections, furniture specifications, and interior design documentation
• Conduct code research, permit coordination, and consultant coordination
• Participate in client presentations, internal design reviews, and project team meetings
• Keep project files and documentation organized

Requirements

• Located in the Portland area
• Bachelors or Masters degree in Architecture
• 3+ years of professional architecture experience
• Proficiency in Revit
• Experience with architectural renderings and presentation graphics
• Strong skills in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
• Ability to communicate design ideas through hand sketches
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organization and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with a team
• Self-motivated, efficient, and eager to learn

Nice to Have

• Interior design experience and/or education
• Experience with sustainable design practices, Passive House, or high-performance homes
• Experience using AI tools to improve workflow, research, visualization, or production

Benefits:

• We strive for work/life balance
• Offer competitive salary
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Continuing education and healthcare benefits
• We encourage and offer support for licensure

Risa Boyer Architecture is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.