Entry Level Architectural Designer

Harris GroupHarris GroupPortland, Oregon, United States
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Posted

9/18/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$60k - $70k/year

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The Architectural Designer will prepare technical drawings, sketches, and presentations while supporting project coordination and permitting processes. They will collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure designs meet building codes and project requirements.

Requirements overview

Candidates must possess an associate degree in Architecture or a technology certificate and have 0 to 3 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Bluebeam is required, along with strong communication skills and knowledge of building codes.

Key skills

Architectural designAutoCADRevitBluebeamMS OfficeHand sketchingBuilding codesProject coordinationPermittingTechnical drawingProblem-solvingCommunication skills

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Education requirements

associate degreeprofessional certificate

About Harris Group

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Employees

246

Type

Privately Held

Size

51-200 employees

Harris Group is a multidiscipline engineering consulting firm with offices located throughout the United States. Founded in 1975 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, we have a full-time staff of over 100 engineers, designers, project managers, and technical and business specialists. Our ability to provide a total project design solution as one organization ”from inception through completion” is distinctive in the engineering industry. We establish long-term client relationships with exceptional project management and responsiveness from our skilled professional staff. Our engineers design some of the most complicated, performance-driven environments in the world. At Harris Group, our team is dedicated to ensuring that your project experience is of the highest quality in the industry.

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Job categories

EngineeringConstructionManufacturingArt & Design

Description

Harris Group is seeking an Architectural Designer to work with multidisciplinary design teams on a variety of industrial facilities including laboratories, manufacturing environments, and similar project types. This opportunity will be based in Harris Group’s Portland office and will require travel to jobsites in the area intermittently. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a background in architectural design. Bring your curiosity and problem-solving skills to this exciting role! What We Can Offer You Variety of project types: Semiconductor, Advanced Manufacturing, Life Science, Biofuels, Chemical Plants, and Aerospace and Ports Facilities Work on multi-disciplinary teams, collaborating with engineers and architects from all engineering disciplines. Ownership in Harris Group with line of sight to yours and overall company successes. Growth and development toward professional licensure. A passionate team and collaborative environment focused on excellence in delivery. Responsibilities Prepare presentations, sketches, and drawings. Support project coordination, permitting, and administration. Coordinate with engineers and specialty consultants. Apply building codes and standards, including fire code, IBC/IFC, NFPA, and OSHA requirements. Produce design and construction documents. Participate in client presentations, design workshops, and reviews. Support business development efforts. Requirements Associate degree in Architecture or a technology certificate, and 0 to 3 years of relevant experience. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of commercial project design, experience in manufacturing, industrial, cleanroom, or hazardous material preferred . Experience interpreting building codes and standards. Proficiency with MS Office, AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and hand sketching. Started NCARB hours is a plus. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Benefits Salary Range: $60,000-$70,000/year depending on location, education, experience, and any certifications that are directly related to the position. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching), PTO & paid holidays. Harris Group is proud to be an employee-owned company; the ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) provides an exciting employee wealth building opportunities of our employees. Equal Opportunity Harris Group provides a competitive compensation and benefits package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Drug Free Workplace Harris Group, Inc. is a 100% drug free workplace. For the safety of our employees, customers, and our customer’s facilities, we do a pre-employment drug test and may require random testing to meet specific client needs. Please note that Marijuana, even if prescribed by a physician OR allowed under a state law regulating Marijuana, remains illegal under federal law and is against Harris Group’s policy. We look forward to receiving your resume!

Requirements

  • Architectural design
  • AutoCAD
  • Revit
  • Bluebeam
  • MS Office
  • Hand sketching
  • Building codes
  • Project coordination
  • Permitting
  • Technical drawing
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication skills

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401k retirement savings plan
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Employee stock ownership plan

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