Architectural Designer

Wash DC, United States

Gensler

Gensler is a global architecture, design, and planning firm with 57 offices and 6,000+ professionals across the Americas, Europe, Greater China, and APME.

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We are seeking an Architectural Designer with a strong computational skill set and a passion for pushing the boundaries of design. Ideal candidates will be agile with digital tools, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrate the ability to quickly generate, iterate, and visualize compelling design solutions.

This role offers the opportunity to work across all design phases—from concept to documentation—while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on dynamic, fast-moving projects.

Your Role

  • Collaborate on design projects at every stage—from programming and conceptual design through schematic development and documentation—while rapidly generating and iterating through potential design solutions, utilizing innovative software solutions.

  • Work closely with the team to interpret design intent into compelling, high-quality, computer-generated images and experiences.

  • Develop, implement, and support visualization tools and framework.

  • Ability to develop and execute high quality visualizations and documentation under tight deadlines without sacrificing artistry or attention to detail.

  • Elevate our visualization pipeline through the exploration of new tools and technologies.

Your Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture.   A master’s degree is preferred but not required.

  • 0–3 years of professional experience in architecture or related design fields.

  • Beginner to intermediate knowledge of AI visualization softwares and workflows

  • Demonstrated proficiency in Revit, Grasshopper, and the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).

  • Demonstrated proficiency in advanced rendering tools such as rendering tools like Enscape, Unreal Engine, and Chaos Vantage.

  • Demonstrated proficiency in parametric design and an understanding of data structures, geometry optimization, and plugin ecosystems within Grasshopper.

  • Familiarity with emerging technologies such as Stable Diffusion, Midjourney, Runway, After Effects, and Dynamo.

  • Understanding of how to develop and implement code for basic scripting functions preferred

  • Visual storytelling, look development, and lighting/camera composition abilities.

  • Strong portfolio that highlights your design thinking, technical skills, and an understanding of materiality, light, and atmosphere in renderings.

  • Experience in high-speed, competition-style workflows is highly desirable.

  • Ability to consistently meet deadlines, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and deliver a high-quality product

  • Work well in a collaborative, team-oriented environment, as well as individually based on the project needs.

  • Detail-oriented with strong communication and time management skills

  • Entrepreneurial spirit that embraces change and constantly seeks out new opportunities

**The base salary range is estimated to be between $66K-74k plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. Please visit this section of our website to learn more about our approach to compensation:  Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler   

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.

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Tags: Agile Architecture Midjourney Stable Diffusion

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Region: North America
Country: United States

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