Your Role
As a Gensler Technical Designer, you will collaborate with our design team to develop innovative and creative design solutions throughout all phases of our projects. You will be successful because you can clearly communicate design ideas both two- and three-dimensionally. Your communication skills extend beyond graphics to both verbal and written forms, and your research techniques allow to you to quickly solve problems. can research artistic and/or technical issues when they arise. Your creativity, motivation, and work ethic, combined with our commitment to collaboration and mentoring, makes Gensler the perfect place to further your career.
What You Will Do
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
Your Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, or equivalent
0 - 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
For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume and portfolio in PDF format.
*The base salary will be estimated between $75,000 - $82,000 annually, plus bonuses and benefits and 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent
- 0 - 5 years of related project experience
- Proficiency in Rhino, Grasshopper, Revit, and Enscape
- Expert use of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
- Knowledge of materials, construction techniques, and building codes
- Demonstrated progress on AXP and/or ARE exams
Gensler Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Gensler and has not been reviewed or approved by Gensler.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentive programs include twice‑yearly bonuses and profit sharing that are positioned as meaningful parts of total compensation. Employee ownership elements can reward longer tenure and contribute to overall earnings beyond base pay.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Employee stock ownership and stock appreciation programs provide wealth‑building avenues beyond salary. These equity mechanisms are highlighted as part of the standard package.
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Healthcare Strength — Core coverage spans medical, dental, and vision alongside life and disability, EAP/mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Benefits breadth is described as solid within the industry context.
Gensler Insights
What We Do
Gensler is a global architecture, design, and planning firm with 53 locations and more than 6,000+ professionals networked across the Americas, Europe, Greater China, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East. Founded in 1965, the firm works globally with more than 4,000 clients across more than 33 practice areas spanning the work, lifestyle, community, and health sectors. Everything we do is guided by our mission: To create a better world through the power of design. We believe the power of design can spark positive change and create a future that promotes equity, resilience, and wellbeing for everyone. Gensler was named one of Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work in 2020, 2019, 2017 and 2016, and our award-winning culture has been recognized by Fast Company as one of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2021. Our people-first philosophy is centered on the core ideas of diversity empowerment, impact, community, respect, and growth. You can learn more about our commitment to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace at https://www.gensler.com/careers#diversity.
