Architecture Designer I-II

Omni Design; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical benefits

Flexible schedule

In-office location

Job summary

Omni Design, a small firm rooted in the Central Coast, seeks an early-career architectural professional to learn fast, contribute immediately, and grow into a confident designer. You’ll start by building production and coordination skills, then take on more ownership on real projects.

You’ll work directly with the Principal Architect on commercial, civic, and municipal projects across San Luis Obispo County, gaining mentorship and hands-on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch), M.Arch, or equivalent degree from an accredited architecture program — or expected graduation within 12 months.
• 1–4 years of experience in an architecture office, internship, or relevant firm environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD — working knowledge of architectural drafting and drawing organization.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in drawing production.
• Strong communication skills — you ask when you're unsure, you follow through, and you meet deadlines.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be available to work in-office in San Luis Obispo County.
• Revit proficiency at production level — independent construction document drawing sets.
• ARE enrollment in progress or intent to pursue licensure — we actively support this.
• Exposure to commercial, civic, municipal, or public agency project types.
• Familiarity with California Building Code, Title 24, or ADA basics.
• Experience with Bluebeam Revu or similar PDF markup tools.
• Portfolio demonstrating design work and/or production drawing sets.

Responsibilities

• Produce architectural drawings and construction documents in Revit and AutoCAD under the direction of senior staff.
• Translate design concepts and redline corrections into clean, accurate drawings.
• Assist in the preparation of project submittals, permit packages, and reproduction of documents.
• Support QA/QC review of project documents before submittal.
• Coordinate with engineers, consultants, and the internal team to ensure drawings are complete and coordinated.
• Track project milestones and deadlines alongside the Project Manager.
• Assist with plan check responses, agency submittals, and permit processing.
• Participate in project meetings — client, consultant, and internal.

Skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) / M.Arch or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

W HO WE A RE

A Small Firm. Big Impact on the CentralCoast.

Omni Design is a generalist architecture, engineering adn land survey firm rooted in San Luis Obispo County. We design commercial, civic, and municipal projects that directly improve the communities where our clients live and work — from Paso Robles and Atascadero to Santa Maria and everywhere in between.

We’re a small, close-knit team. That means you get real responsibility, real variety, and a real voice in the work — not a siloed role in a large bureaucracy. When you join Omni Design, you’re joining a team that cares deeply about craft, community, and each other.

T HE O P P O R T U N I TY

We're looking for an early-career architectural professional who is ready to learn fast, contribute immediately, and grow into a confident, well-rounded designer over time.

This is a Level I → Level II growth path role. You'll start by building your production and coordination skills, working side by side with licensed architects and engineers on real projects. As you grow, you'll take on more ownership — leading drawing sets, coordinating consultants, and serving as a key player on your project teams.

You'll work directly with the Principal Architect and senior staff on commercial, civic, and municipal projects across San Luis Obispo County. No two weeks are the same. No siloed assembly-line tasks. You'll see how architecture actually gets built.

T HE R O L E

What You’ll Do

Design and Drawing Production

• Produce architectural drawings and construction documents in Revit and AutoCAD under the direction of senior staff
• Translate design concepts and redline corrections into clean, accurate drawings
• Assist in the preparation of project submittals, permit packages, and reproduction of documents
• Support QA/QC review of project documents before submittal

ProjectManagement

• Coordinate with engineers, consultants, and the internal team to ensure drawings are complete and coordinated
• Track project milestones and deadlines alongside the Project Manager
• Assist with plan check responses, agency submittals, and permit processing
• Participate in project meetings — client, consultant, and internal

Project Coordination

• Coordinate with engineers, consultants, and the internal team to ensure drawings are complete and coordinated
• Track project milestones and deadlines alongside the Project Manager
• Assist with plan check responses, agency submittals, and permit processing
• Participate in project meetings — client, consultant, and internal

Q U A L I F I C A T I O N S

What YouBring

Required

• Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch), M.Arch, or equivalent degree from an accredited architecture program — or expected graduation within 12 months
• 1–4 years of experience in an architecture office, internship, or relevant firm environment
• Proficiency in AutoCAD — working knowledge of architectural drafting and drawing organization
• Attention to detail and accuracy in drawing production
• Strong communication skills — you ask when you're unsure, you follow through, and you meet deadlines
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Must be available to work in-office in San Luis Obispo County

Preferred (NotRequired)

• Revit proficiency at production level — independent construction document drawing sets
• ARE enrollment in progress or intent to pursue licensure — we actively support this
• Exposure to commercial, civic, municipal, or public agency project types
• Familiarity with California Building Code, Title 24, or ADA basics
• Experience with Bluebeam Revu or similar PDF markup tools
• Portfolio demonstrating design work and/or production drawing sets

R E A S O N S T H I S I S A N A W E S O M E O P P O R T U N I T Y

Why People Love Working at OmniDesign

1. FIT — Work that actually fits your life. Small team, generalist projects, diverse project types. You won’t be stuck doing the same thing every day. You’ll work alongside people who genuinely like each other and share a commitment to doing great work. Wework to enjoy the Central Coast, not live to work here. We are hard workers; however, we do appreciate a work-life balance and flexibility.

1. FINANCES — Competitive compensation. based on experience and licensure, plus 401(k) with company match, medical benefits, and a flexible schedule. We pay fairly and we’re transparent about it.
2. FUTURE — Room to grow. You’ll work directly with the Principal Architect on every project. That proximity creates real mentorship, real learning, and real career development. For the right person, there is a path forward at this firm.
3. FREEDOM — Autonomy and ownership. You won’t be micromanaged. You’ll own your projects, make real decisions, and have the flexibility to work the way you work best. Flexible schedule and a culture that respects your time.
4. FUN — A place you’ll actually want to come to. We celebrate milestones, support each other, and take pride in the work we put into this community. Small team means everyone’s contribution is seen and valued.

C O M P E N S A T I O N& B E N E F I TS

What WeOffer

• Salary:Competitive compensationdepending on experience andlicensure
• Retirement:401(k) with companymatch
• Health:Medicalbenefits
• Schedule:Flexible workschedule
• Location:In-office, San Luis Obispo County — with regular job sitevisit