Otak · 8 hours ago
Design Technician (Architecture Studio)
Portland, OR
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$69K/yr - $95K/yr
5+ years expOtak is a company dedicated to enhancing community experiences through innovative design. They are seeking a Design Technician to join their Architecture Studio, where the individual will contribute to various project phases by preparing presentation materials, collaborating with design professionals, and developing architectural documents.
Brand MarketingConsultingPersonal Branding
Responsibilities
Work on dynamic projects as a fully integrated member of the design team, participating at all phases of design
Develop a thorough understanding of a project’s design philosophy and provide input in developing a design and building performance strategy
Work alongside project team members to create BIM models, technical drawings, renderings, colored elevations, and other graphic documents for meetings, presentations, and submittals
Collaborate with internal and external team members to define the overall design direction, coordinate building systems, develop architectural design details, and prepare documents to support the design review and construction processes
Hone problem solving skills through iteration and development of innovative solutions to solve technical and design challenges
Assist in the research of materials and systems necessary to execute the project, including for sustainability, aesthetic, constructability, and building enclosure applications
Assist in field verification, including field measurements and record documentation
Review shop drawings and material samples for conformance with design
Participate in maintaining contact with clients, consultants, and contractors during all project phases, including marketing and client/owner presentations as required
Gain experience in a professional setting, working with team members, consultants, clients, and other Otak disciplines
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or related field
Minimum 5 years of professional architectural experience
Profound enthusiasm for exploring and creating innovative design solutions that make a meaningful impact on people's lives
Collaborative communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Resourcefulness, self-motivation, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to communicate in a variety of mediums, including computer modeling, hand sketching, model building, rendering, etc
Experience using Revit and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) is required
Proficiency with Bluebeam and Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Knowledge of architectural principles including knowledge of principles of sustainability and integrated design
Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Project Delivery methods
Ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate with diverse project team members
Knowledge of building materials and systems and able to develop construction details
Knowledge of basic structural systems and MEP systems to ensure proper coordination of the work produced by such disciplines
Preferred
Experience with AutoCAD, SketchUp, Enscape, V-ray, or other 3D modeling software is a plus
Benefits
Competitive salaries
Discretionary performance bonuses
No-cost medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
HRA/HSA
A 401(k)-retirement match that is 100% vested immediately
A hybrid work schedule
Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual based on your industry experience rather than your seniority plus 9 paid holidays per year
A commuter allowance (based on your office location)
Support for your professional registration and/or certification fees
Relocation assistance may be provided
Company
Otak
Otak values people, both those in our workplace and those that are impacted by the projects we undertake.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
R
Ralph Tahran
Founder
Walter Tarr
Project Controls Director
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