Technical Designer: 3D Visualization & Collaborative Design

Gensler; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

disability

wellness programs

flex spending

paid holidays

paid time off

401k

profit sharing

employee stock ownership

twice-annual bonus opportunities

Job summary

Gensler is seeking a Technical Designer in San Francisco to collaborate with our design team on innovative concepts across all project phases. You will clearly communicate design ideas in 2D and 3D and support research to resolve artistic and technical issues.

You will contribute to the design process from conceptual design through construction documents, coordinating with clients, consultants, and authorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, or equivalent.
• 3 - 5 years of related project experience.
• Proficiency in physical modeling, digital modeling, and visualization using Rhino, Grasshopper, Revit, and Enscape.
• Expert use of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices a plus; portfolios ideally include one project with this particular focus.
• Knowledge of materials, construction techniques, and building codes.
• LEED accreditation a plus.
• Demonstrated progress on AXP and/or ARE exams.
• Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in an open, iterative design process to develop and refine design concepts.
• Contribute to our design process across all project phases, including conceptual design, schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
• Coordinate design documents with clients, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives.
• Create graphic presentations, 3d models and renderings, and design drawings.
• Research and specify materials, building systems, and products.

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal communication

Graphic communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, or equivalent

Tools

Rhino

Grasshopper

Revit

Enscape

Illustrator

Photoshop

InDesign

Job description

Gensler is seeking a Technical Designer in San Francisco to collaborate with our design team on innovative concepts across all project phases. You will clearly communicate design ideas in 2D and 3D and support research to resolve artistic and technical issues.

You will contribute to the design process from conceptual design through construction documents, coordinating with clients, consultants, and authorities.