Associate Designer

Robert Hidey Architects Inc; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Comprehensive benefits package

401K with match

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Robert Hidey Architects Inc is seeking an Architectural Designer in Irvine, California. This position requires 2+ years of residential architectural experience and proficiency in design software including Revit and AutoCAD. A Bachelor's degree in Architecture is a plus. The role offers a flexible workweek and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for continuing education. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a positive attitude toward learning.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of residential architectural experience in an office setting.
• Consistent work history with strong professional references.
• Familiarity with Building Codes/ADA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Work on multiple projects simultaneously under supervision.
• Follow CAD/Revit standards for design and production.
• Create design detail references and assist with drawings.

Skills

Residential architectural experience

Proficiency in Revit

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in Photoshop

Proficiency in InDesign

Strong communication skills

Graphic capabilities

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture

Tools

CAD software

Photoshop

Revit

Job description

$30.00 - $38.00 per hour (non-exempt position)

What You'll Need

• 2+ years of residential architectural experience in an office setting.
• Consistent work history with strong professional references.
• Proficiency in design utilizing hand sketching, Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, and other software to skillfully communicate design solutions.
• Familiarity with Building Codes/ ADA requirements and constructability issues.
• Strong communication and presentation skills are a must as well as graphic capabilities.
• Positive attitude and a continued willingness to learn.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from an accredited school is a plus.

What You'll Do

• Working independently 30% of the time and assigned daily tasks by the SPD.
• Adhere to RHA CAD/Revit Standards for Design and Production
• Communicate effectively and frequently with SPD and other team members to resolve all project related questions.
• Learn RHA’s design philosophy and ask questions to promote growth and gain a betterunderstanding.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and willing to help in multiple projects at once to meet deadlines.
• Generate free-hand sketches of floor plans, elevations, and roof plans is encouraged.
• Pick up red lines and comments and accurately follow through with revisions, under direct supervision.
• Accurately block-out floor plans, roof plans and elevations based on Senior Designer or Senior Project Director’s approved sketches using CAD, Photoshop, or manual (hard lined) drafting, under direct supervision.
• Assist Senior Designer and/or Project Director in generating Design Detail Reference.
• Calculate floor areas accurately, under direct supervision.
• Create and package files for distribution by the SPD to clients and consultants.
• Prepare floor plan, elevation, and roof plan drawings for Schematic Design Package that follow RHA standard graphics.
• Format Schematic Design Package with correct sheet size and title block information, sequence, material callouts, and labels. Accurately represent the drawing scale and north arrow under direct supervision.
• Generate streetscenes based on site plan.
• Generate color and landscape site plan.
• Generate color and material selections.

What We Offer

• RHA offers a Flex Time workweek which gives full-time employees the flexibility to create their own arrival and departure schedule, as long as they are present during RHA’s core hours of 9am to 5pm.
• RHA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Group Life, AD&D coverage, and Long-Term Disability Insurance paid in full by the Company for the employee.
• Additional benefits include FSA and 401K with match.
• Competitive salary with eligibility in the annual bonus pool.
• Continuing Education Reimbursement Program.
• ARE Exam prep assistance.