Architectural Designer/Drafter - Entry-Level - DAHLIN Architecture | Planning | Interiors

DAHLIN is an award-winning architecture, planning and interior design firm with 180 multi-cultural professionals located throughout the Western United States. We offer more than 45 years of experience building communities where we live and work, driven by the vision of creating places that promote human fulfillment and well-being. This same Passion for Place®  starts with our own working environment—a positive community where people thrive. Please visit our website (www.dahlingroup.com) to learn more.

Start your career in a rewarding, creative atmosphere with our award-winning teams! We are currently seeking an entry-level ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER / DRAFTER in our PLEASANTON, CA location. Working alongside other team members, this professional develops design or technical solutions under general supervision. These are not remote positions and require being onsite in the office a minimum of 3 days per week.

• Undertakes a variety of assignments requiring the application of standard architectural techniques for small projects or selected segments of a larger project.
• Performs design layouts and features, which require researching, compiling, and recording information for assigned project work.
• Reviews drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards, and implements any changes as directed
• Assists project teams and other staff members as required. 

Ideal candidates will meet the following requirements:

• Completion of Bachelor’s in Architecture from an NAAB accredited program
• Demonstrated skills and talent in Revit / BIM, AutoCAD, SketchUp modeling, Adobe Photoshop, and preparation of presentation materials
• Excellent problem solver and independent thinker with good listening skills and strong follow-through
• Strong verbal and graphic communication, organizational and collaborative skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Commitment to their own professional growth as designer, architect, or planner.
• Commitment to obtaining licensure preferred
• Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States without any restrictions or visa sponsorship

We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications. Excellent benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer the opportunity to participate in a pre-tax Flexible Spending plans for medical, childcare, and commuter expenses, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, and 401k.

Salary range: 
The salary range for this position is $55,000 - $70,000. Placement within this pay range will be determined by factors such as education, qualifications, project complexity and/or experience. The maximum is reserved for candidates who currently meet all job requirements. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.

Please note…  

Including a link to an online portfolio is a huge plus! Real people review every application, so we regret that due to the large volume of inquiries, we are unable to accept phone calls regarding the status of applications. We'll be sure to contact you if we need more information. Apply now!

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to welcoming and supporting a diverse community of professionals. As such, women and people of color are especially encouraged to apply. Our firm participates in E-Verify.

We do not accept resumes from recruiters, placement agencies, or other staffing vendors who have not signed an agreement with us. Unsolicited resumes will be ineligible for referral fees.

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