Designer, Interiors

HDR, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR, Inc. seeks a Designer, Interiors to join our Architecture practice in Los Angeles.

You will contribute to the design development and documentation of interior spaces, collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver environments that support health, learning, and community needs. Required: Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture, 5+ years in a design‑firm setting, and NCIDQ certification or state licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a design‑firm environment.
• NCIDQ certificate holder/license in the applicable state/province.
• Active membership in industry associations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage with Interiors and Project Leadership to understand plans and processes for project excellence.
• Participate in pursuits, client interviews, and presentations to win new projects/clients.
• Advocate for maintaining and improving project excellence.
• Collaborate as a team and contribute to the design process with a solutions‑based approach.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture

NCIDQ certificate/license

Active professional registration/licensure

Tools

Bluebeam

Rhino

Enscape

Job description

life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

We believe architecture is more than designing buildings; it’s about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well‑being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them. We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn’t just a job; it’s a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.

HDR is seeking a Designer, Interiors to join our growing team and continue the legacy of providing our clients and communities with creative design solutions that enhance the health and human condition of those they serve. The Designer serves as our team’s connection to world‑class expertise and our overall design strategy.

A Designer embodies high standards of design excellence and innovation, integrated within the firm’s overall design strategy. Responsibilities include collaborating across disciplines and market sectors in project delivery, preparing, presenting and documenting design concepts to all stakeholders, and demonstrating knowledge of the interior design process from programming through to construction administration. The role involves advancing your craft, industry networking, working independently and as part of a team, having a solutions‑based approach and openness to both mentoring others and being mentored. As a Designer, you will lead by example, contribute to creativity and actively promote our collaborative culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with Interiors and Project Leadership to understand operational plans and processes to achieve project excellence goals.
• Demonstrate an interest in Business Development to participate in pursuits, client interviews, and presentations to win new projects/clients.
• Advocate for improving and maintaining project excellence.
• Serve as a team‑focused individual positively contributing to the design process, discovering new opportunities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pursuing Professional Registration/Licensure at the local level
• Active member in industry associations
• Sustainability credentials/accreditations/certificates in the country you reside
• Experience with Bluebeam, Rhino, Enscape
• Stronger consideration for candidates with health, science, higher education and/or civic experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a relevant design‑firm environment
• NCIDQ certificate holderID license in the state or province where applicable

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust, and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee‑owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United States—California—Los Angeles