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Technical Designer - Mid - Level - Pittsburgh

Gensler
paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), profit sharing
United States, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh
Nov 06, 2026
General Information Posting Date 11-04-2026 Time Type Full-Time Job ID 9360 Areas of Expertise Aviation Job Category Architecture Education, Hospitality, Mixed Use + Retail Centers, Office Developers Locations Pittsburgh, PA, US Description Your Role As a Technical Designer with Gensler's team in our dynamic Pittsburgh office you will design and deliver some of the most impactful aviation, higher education, hospitality, mixed-use, and workplace projects in the region. You will bring together design excellence, technical rigor, and strategic thinking to deliver architecture that is both deeply functional and experientially rich. You will work within a highly collaborative, client-focused culture that values design quality, resilience, and social purpose. This role offers the opportunity to apply informed, user-centered design to unlock solutions that are defining the next chapter of aviation, higher education, hospitality, mixed-use, and workplace design through spaces that adapt, endure, and elevate the human experience. What You Will Do Serve as an integral member of a team of Architects and Interior Designers that bring design dreams to life through innovative problem solving and design best practices Produce technical documentation and communicate project progress to team members to ensure success Design and deliver functional and beautiful spaces for aviation, higher education, hospitality, mixed-use, and workplace projects Develop drawings, details, and diagrams with speed and accuracy using Revit, and other tools as needed Contribute to all phases of the project from conceptual/schematic design through construction administration Support coordination with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives Participate in construction administration, evaluate bids, conduct site visits, address technical issues, and maintain quality control during construction Utilize hand drawings and 3D software renderings to communicate design concepts Your Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Architecture from an accredited program 6-10 years of relevant experience within a commercial design firm 3 years of experience designing and delivering aviation, higher education, hospitality, mixed-use, and workplace projects is preferred Knowledge of building codes, zoning, jurisdictional processes, building materials, specifications, and construction techniques is preferred Experience with all phases of the design process from schematic design through construction administration, and field observation is preferred Highly proficient with Revit Proficiency with SketchUp, Enscape, or other 3D modeling software, and the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) is preferred Strong verbal and written communication, organization, and collaboration skills Passion for design excellence and continuous learning LEED accreditation or WELL AP is preferred Demonstrated commitment to resilience and sustainable building practices 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 Awareness 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. NOTICE TO APPLICANTS We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state and local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with federal, state and local law. See also Know your rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal, right to work and E-verify program, as required by law. Gensler endeavors to make gensler.com/careers accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us. Regarding Gensler's approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with Gensler to review available information on recruitment fraud. 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