Architectural Technical Designer
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Employment Type: Full-Time
For over 70 years Fishbeck has been building. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake in what we build together-our work, our reputation, and our future. Now we need to add an Architectural Technical Designer
to help us keep building.
Working with our Architectural team, you will assist project architects throughout the design, programming, and conceptual phases. You will also work alongside multidisciplinary professionals on ensuring design accuracy, as well as integration.
What You'll Do
- Collaborate with the design team during programming and conceptual phases.
- Support the project architect in preparing design development and construction documents.
- Coordinate with in-house engineers and external consultants to ensure design integration and accuracy.
- Assist the project architect with construction administration, including site observation, RFI review, and submittal processing.
What We're Looking For
- Master of Architecture or Bachelor of Architecture from an accredited university is preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of architectural experience.
- Actively pursuing AXP hours and architectural licensure.
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and Revit.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent organization and attention to detail.
- Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and adaptable to changing priorities.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and manage multiple deadlines.
What We Offer
Our staff members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Wellness reimbursement and activities
- Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development
- Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays
- Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules
- 401(k), profit sharing, and stock ownership opportunities (employee ownership)
- And more!
We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
Build Your Future Here
Please apply for the role, and a member of our Talent Acquisition team (not a bot) will reach out to you. Candidates for this position can reside in the Grand Rapids, MI markets.
Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber
vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k), profit sharing
Jul 19, 2026