Architectural Designer 1

Kaas Wilson Architects; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaas Wilson Architects in Minneapolis is seeking an entry-level Architectural Designer 1 who will learn under architectural staff. A Bachelor's degree or progress toward one is required, with no professional experience necessary. You will support design, document production, and coordination while developing Revit and graphic skills.

The role offers hands-on training, exposure to project teams, and opportunities for growth within the firm as you advance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or working towards in Architecture.
• No professional experience required.
• Proficiency in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design delivery, including construction documents and coordination for clients and authorities.
• Create 3D models using Revit per production standards.
• Assist project teams with graphic design, admin, and organizational tasks.
• Revise documents per team markups.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Learn quickly

Graphic & visualization

Move up potential

Education

Bachelors in Architecture or working towards

No professional experience required

Tools

Revit

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Enscape

Lumion

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Job Summary:

Full-time entry-level Architectural Designer 1 will learn and train under architectural employees. Bachelor's degree or working towards a degree is required, but no professional experience is necessary.

Direct Supervisor

Team Project Manager and/or Project Architect

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of our product: excellent design, construction document production and coordination so that it is clearly understood by clients, governing authorities, and construction workers.
• Create 3D models using Revit, following KWA production standards.
• Assist project teams with graphic design, administrative and organizational tasks.
• Revise documents per markups by team.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly, retain information, and apply knowledge to projects
• Strong graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas.
• Proficient in Revit
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Preferred experience in Enscape and/or Lumion.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to learn and show potential to move to the next position in the firm.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree or working towards a degree in Architecture required.
• No relevant experience required.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.