Architectural Designer - Cities & Places

Jacobs; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

Jacobs in Austin, Texas seeks a mid-level Architectural Designer to join our Buildings & Infrastructure team. You will contribute to design and delivery of projects with multi-disciplinary collaboration for sustainable, innovative environments.

The role requires a Architecture degree, 3+ years’ experience, Revit proficiency, and licensure progress (AXP preferred). Hybrid work policy applies, with compensation aligned to experience and location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in architectural design.
• Progress toward architectural licensure (AXP in progress preferred).
• Proficiency in Revit; familiarity with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Support architectural design efforts from concept through construction documentation.
• Develop drawings, models, and design solutions using Revit and BIM workflows.
• Assist in preparing presentations, renderings, and client deliverables.
• Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and other disciplines to ensure coordinated project outcomes.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute creative ideas to project teams.
• Apply knowledge of building codes, standards, and construction methods to design solutions.
• Support construction administration tasks, including reviewing submittals and RFIs.
• Contribute to maintaining project schedules, quality standards, and documentation consistency.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Visualization tools

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

We’re looking for an mid-level Architectural Designer to join our Buildings & Infrastructure team in Austin, Texas. In this role, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of impactful projects while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to create thoughtful, sustainable, and innovative environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support architectural design efforts from concept through construction documentation.
• Develop drawings, models, and design solutions using Revit and BIM workflows.
• Assist in preparing presentations, renderings, and client deliverables.
• Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and other disciplines to ensure coordinated project outcomes.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute creative ideas to project teams.
• Apply knowledge of building codes, standards, and construction methods to design solutions.
• Support construction administration tasks, including reviewing submittals and RFIs.
• Contribute to maintaining project schedules, quality standards, and documentation consistency.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in architectural design
• Progress toward architectural licensure (AXP in progress preferred)
• Proficiency in Revit required; familiarity with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and visualization tools preferred
• Working knowledge of building systems, materials, and construction documentation
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and contribute effectively in a team environment

Ideally you’ll also have

• Experience in sectors such as commercial, civic, healthcare, science & technology, or higher education
• Familiarity with sustainable design practices (LEED Green Associate or interest in accreditation)
• Exposure to large or multi-disciplinary project environments
• Interest in developing long-term career growth within a global A/E firm

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $94,300.00 to $140,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.