Senior Architectural Design Technician

Senior Architectural Design Technician

Aspen Technical Staffing is seeking an experienced Senior Architectural Design Technician for an exciting contract-to-hire opportunity with our client in Manassas, Virginia. This position is ideal for a highly skilled design professional with extensive experience supporting industrial and high-tech facility projects, including semiconductor manufacturing environments. The successful candidate will serve as a technical leader, providing architectural design expertise, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality project solutions.

• Develop detailed architectural layouts and construction documentation for industrial and high-tech facilities.
• Create and maintain accurate 2D drawings and 3D models using Revit, AutoCAD, and other design software.
• Lead architectural modeling efforts and coordinate designs across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Perform comprehensive model reviews using Navisworks and Bluebeam to identify clashes, constructability issues, and design improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering, process, facilities, construction, and project management teams throughout the design process.
• Evaluate technical challenges, develop multiple design solutions, and present recommendations to project leadership and clients.
• Maintain a strong understanding of project scope, schedule, and budget while identifying potential scope changes and communicating them proactively.
• Break projects into logical work tasks, develop labor estimates, and support project planning activities.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes, industry standards, and client requirements.
• Serve as a project lead designer on assigned projects.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and training to junior designers and technicians.
• Promote design quality, consistency, and implementation of industry best practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Architectural Studies, Computer Drafting and Design, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Experience supporting industrial building design, semiconductor facilities, or other advanced manufacturing/high-tech environments.
• Extensive experience creating architectural models and construction drawings using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Strong experience performing model coordination and clash detection using Navisworks and Bluebeam.
• Demonstrated ability to lead architectural design efforts on complex projects.
• Thorough understanding of architectural design principles, construction documentation, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Extensive knowledge of applicable building codes, standards, and industry best practices.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to evaluate multiple technical solutions.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Proven ability to mentor junior staff and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

• Experience with advanced 3D modeling and clash detection workflows.
• Knowledge of semiconductor equipment layouts, tool installation requirements, and cleanroom environments.
• Familiarity with safety, regulatory, and quality standards applicable to high-tech manufacturing facilities.
• Demonstrated history of successfully delivering multiple complex design projects for a variety of clients.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under the law. Assistance with the application process is available upon request.