Technical Designer - Cities - Junior

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. 

This is an in-person opportunity, and we would be excited to welcome you to our San Francisco team

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 

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, we believe exceptional design happens when people feel inspired, supported, and connected. Our culture balances creativity and performance with a genuine commitment to enjoying the work we do together. From curated art exhibits and internal design competitions to firmwide initiatives like Well-Being Week, our offices reflect the diverse passions and perspectives of our people. Our annual base salary ranges are thoughtfully aligned and based on local markets.

We encourage every team member to maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support employees both personally and professionally and includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, disability insurance, wellness programs, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, and generous paid time off. We also offer a 401(k), profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice-annual bonus opportunities.

Investing in our people is central to our long-term success. As part of our commitment to professional growth, Gensler provides reimbursement for eligible professional licenses, renewals, and exam fees, as well as tuition assistance for approved programs and coursework. We view professional development as a strategic investment — empowering our people to grow their careers while shaping the future of design.