Designer - Flex - Mid Level

Your Role Gensler’s San Jose office is looking for a multi‑talented Designer to join our growing Critical Facilities team. We are looking for a candidate with experience in the design and delivery of advanced‑tech, new development architecture projects—whether for data centers, dry labs, server rooms, clean room, industrial infrastructure, or other complex designs. You will be a key team member to help expand our capabilities in support of our client’s aggressive expansion initiatives, working with our global and regional leaders to lead internal and external project teams and grow client relationships.

• Participate in all project phases, including conceptual designs, presentations, schematic design, design development, construction documents and construction administration.
• Collaborate with design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies and other vendors to meet overall project objectives.
• Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings.
• Utilize hand rendering techniques to communicate design concepts.
• Work in a synergistic manner with other design and professional staff.
• Contribute to office activities, initiatives and learning programs.

• Bachelor’s degree in interior design or architecture.
• 5+ years of related project experience or internship experience at a commercial interior design or architecture firm.
• Proficiency in Revit required.
• Proficiency in modeling using 2D/3D software such as CAD, Enscape, 3ds MAX, Sketch‑UP and/or Rhino utilizing V‑Ray (a plus).
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of relevant building codes and accessibility requirements.
• Enrolled in IDP Program (NCARB or NCIDQ) and in‑process for state licensure (a plus).
• LEED Accredited Professional or in‑process (a plus).
• Ability to work in person in the office 5 days a week.
• Ability to keep up in a fast‑paced environment, work collaboratively and take direction from senior designers/architects.
• Clear verbal communication abilities and attention to detail.
• Visual communication style and ability to think and visualize in three‑dimensions.

The base salary will be estimated between $75,000 and $95,000 annually, plus bonuses and benefits, and is contingent on relevant experience.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Disability and wellness programs.
• Flex spending account.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Profit sharing and employee stock ownership.
• Bi‑annual bonus opportunities.
• Reimbursement for professional license renewals, exam fees and tuition for eligible programs.

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, or local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.