Our San Jose studio has a thriving interiors and architectural practice focusing on a wide variety of project types including workplace, commercial office buildings, retail, repositioning and education. At Gensler, we are one community, united by our commitment to holistically improve the human experience. Guided by determined optimism, we can use the power of design to spark positive change and create a future that promotes equity, resilience, and wellbeing for everyone.  

Your Role  

As a Technical Designer at Gensler, you will collaborate with a team of architects and designers to develop design solutions as well as coordinate the design through the construction administration phase of a project. Your job is to combine your passion for design, creativity and technical knowledge with a focus on project delivery and an understanding how to produce functionally beautiful designs.  Your work ethic combined with your passion for design in a collaborative environment makes Gensler the perfect place to nurture your career. 

What You Will Do 

Participate in all project phases, including conceptual designs, presentations, schematic design, design development, construction documents and construction administration 

Collaborate with design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies and other vendors to meet overall project objectives 

Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings 

Utilize hand rendering techniques to communicate design concepts 

Work in a synergistic manner with other design and professional staff

Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs 

Your Qualifications 

Bachelor’s degree in interior design or architecture 

2-5 years of related project experience at commercial interior design or architecture firm 

Proficiency in Revit required 

Outstanding visualization & modeling capabilities using 3D software, such as Enscape, 3ds MAX, Sketch-up and/or Rhino utilizing V-Ray a plus. 

Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) 

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) 

Knowledge of relevant building codes and accessibility requirements 

Enrolled in IDP Program (NCARB or NCIDQ) and in-process for state licensure 

LEED Accredited Professional or in process 

Ability to work in person in the office 5 days a week 

Ability to keep up in a fast paced environment, work collaboratively and have the ability to take direction from senior designers / architects. 

Clear verbal communication abilities and strong inter-personal skills. 

Possess visual communication style and are able to think and visualize in three-dimensions 

**The base salary will be estimated between $75,000 - $95,000 plus bonuses and benefits and is contingent on relevant experience.

Life at Gensler 

At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests. 

We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets. 

As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.