Design Architect

Overview

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Support our highly collaborative architectural design studio in a fully integrated global A&E practice to meet our clients’ ever‑changing needs and have a hand in transforming tomorrow.

As a Graphic Architectural Designer within the Electronics Architectural Team in Portland, Oregon
, you will use your aesthetic sense to help the team develop early concept design and secure work. Working with the Architectural Lead and a multi‑discipline team of engineers, you will manage and organize early design documentation describing the scope, systems and technologies associated with the most cutting‑edge microelectronics site and buildings in the world. As part of the Electronics architecture team, you will also be responsible for preparation of construction documents, design evaluations, specifications, and other architectural studies.

You will evaluate and resolve problems by applying appropriate solutions and will actively promote overall quality of the design and project deliverables. With our team you will have the opportunity to provide design and aesthetic input while growing your professional acumen and architectural skillset. Your role keeps our company at the forefront of possibility, and we’ll support you with what you need to be successful.

• Assist Architectural lead to convey conceptual and schematic building layout and site options
• Produce diagrammatic and presentation graphics of complex systems, layouts and building interdependencies
• Drive Rapid Prototyping sessions
• Manage and organize the formatting and graphics of large multi‑discipline reports
• Preparation of Construction Documents within Revit
• Follow Revit best practices to produce both 3D and 2D construction deliverables
• Proactively advance workflows, systems, and tools, including design automation skills. Additionally, engage with emerging technologies and how they can benefit Architectural design
• Maintain reliable work practices to meet schedule, budget, and quality requirements
• Be highly proficient in self‑checking work and coordinating with related disciplines to resolve design issues
• Be highly focused on quality, ensuring conformance with established architecture standards, project standards, and project delivery processes

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited Architectural program
• 3+ years architecture experience
• Proficiency in Revit, Enscape and Bluebeam
• Experience with Forma, Rhino, AI Image generators, Adobe Suite, MS Suite and Navisworks
• Strong experience with developing and conveying conceptual and schematic designs, then documenting in a graphic fashion for presentation
• Portfolio of graphic work samples
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills
• Ability to work onsite (hybrid) in Portland, OR

• Experience with Site Master Planning and Programming
• Rapid Prototyping Experience
• Programming graphics
• Produce iterative renderings and videos utilizing conventional and AI assisted software
• Experience with building codes and specifications
• Experience with semiconductor or general industrial facilities
• LEED accredited
• Ability to travel

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well‑being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan.

Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $74,700.00 to $. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on March 05, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.