Captain, Creative Design ​/ Digital Art, Design & Architecture

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance

DSEA is an established boutique firm located next to the historic plaza in Old Towne Orange. We work with a variety of project types including childcare centers, private schools and educational buildings, hospitality, retail and commercial centers, senior housing, and single and multi-family residences and developments. We also have decades of expertise in historic preservation, and the repurposing of existing buildings.

We utilize BIM through 3D modeling software on our projects from start to finish which allows us to ensure an exceptionally high level of accuracy and thorough documentation of our designs.

At DSEA we have three pillars of design focus: preservation, adaptation, and innovation. Our designs affect and transform lives, enhance communities and neighborhoods, and are a testament to our thorough design approach in developing unique design solutions for each client and site context. As a result, our designs range from modernism to contemporary influences to historic preservation in solving functional programmatic needs with the appropriate solutions.

Our office is a creative, collaborative environment with a family atmosphere where all employees can aspire to achieve their personal and professional goals. We are located in the Old Towne Orange Historic District steps away from the Orange Plaza, restaurants, and shops that the district is known for.

We are seeking energetic, goal-driven candidates to join our team. Individuals need to be eager and willing to take on the many roles and responsibilities that boutique firms demand and be able to work collaboratively through all phases of our projects. Interested candidates must have at a minimum the following:

DSEA (DSE architecture, Inc.) is seeking a Job Captain with a minimum of 5 years of experience in construction document preparation on commercial, retail, school and residential projects.

We model all projects in 3D and are looking for team members with this background.

• Development of design documents including 3D modeling.
• Development of detailed construction documents.
• Coordination with DSEA personnel in the development of projects.
• Assist the Project Manager in coordination with consultants.
• Process projects through agency approvals.

• Bachelor of Science in Architecture minimum or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 years construction document production experience.
• 5-7 years minimum working in an architecture firm, preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Familiarity with current edition of CBC and accessibility requirements.
• Strong CAD skills (Archi
  
  CAD experience preferred or Revit/AutoCAD).
• Excellent communication and organization skills.

This is an immediate job opening and applicants must be available to start as early as December 1, 2025, be a US Citizen or be authorized to work in the US. This position is in the office in our Old Towne Orange office and we are seeking interested applicants who reside locally. This position is NOT REMOTE, however remote work can be integrated after 6 months, and the candidate shows prowess in the role.

DSEA is an equal opportunity employer and consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

Salary range is $75,000 - $85,000 and is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Qualified candidates - please submit by email a cover letter, CV with references, and a simple work sample in .pdf format to  (10MB maximum).  NO PHONE CALLS OR RECRUITER PLEASE