Architectural Designer/Drafter - Civic/Community

DAHLIN is a diverse, award-winning architecture, planning, and interiors firm practice with offices located throughout the Western United States. We offer 50 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 ( to learn more. Grow your career in a rewarding, creative atmosphere with our award-winning teams! We are currently seeking an ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER/ DRAFTER to join our Civic & Community sector in our Irvine, CA location. Working alongside other team members, this professional develops design or technical solutions under general supervision. This is a hybrid position, requiring a minimum of 3 days per week onsite at our Irvine, CA office. WHAT YOU WILL DO Undertake a variety of assignments requiring the application of standard architectural techniques for small projects or selected segments of a larger project. Perform design layouts and features, which require researching, compiling, and recording information for assigned project work. Review drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards and implement any changes as directed. Assist project teams and other staff members as required. WHAT YOU WILL BRING 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. YOUR QUALIFICATIONS A minimum of 2 years of post-graduate / professional experience additional to A/E/C internship required. Bachelor or Master of Architecture (required). Recent experience working on architectural projects within the United States. Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. building codes, permitting processes, and construction practices. Proficiency using Revit. 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. Please note that visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications. Salary range: $71,000 - $75,000 depending on qualifications. 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. 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. Including a link to an online portfolio is a huge plus! 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr