Architect Jobs in Encinitas, CA

An Architect plays a crucial role in the construction industry, translating the client's vision into blueprints that engineers and construction workers use to create a functional and aesthetically pleasing building. They are responsible for meeting with clients to gather project requirements, creating detailed building plans, and overseeing the project's execution to ensure it adheres to the design. Architects also ensure that the building meets all applicable safety and building codes. They collaborate with a range of professionals including engineers, landscape architects, urban planners, and construction representatives to complete the project successfully.

To become an Architect, one must have a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, but many also pursue a Master's degree. They should possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, as well as be proficient in relevant software such as AutoCAD. Certification by regulatory bodies like the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) is also essential. Prior to becoming architects, individuals may start their careers as Architectural Drafters, Architectural Technicians, or Architectural Interns to gain practical experience in the field.

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Mechanical Design Engineer

  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

-Develop solutions to complex problems using mechanical analysis of turbine hardware. -Design and implement new components and improve existing hardware. -Lead projects from root cause analysis to...

Senior Circuit Design Engineer

  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Company: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > ASICS Engineering General Summary: This individual independently plans, performs the moderately-defined...

Senior Staff/Manager DSP Architecture and Design Engineer

  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Company: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > DSP Architecture and Design General Summary: This individual leads the team to improve engineering efficiency,...

Display Power Silicon Architect

  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 1 day ago

This is a unique opportunity to work with the best display architects and system designers in Apple and shape its innovative products....

High Speed Hardware Design Engineer, Viasat Government NEW

  • Carlsbad, CA (8 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (8 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 3 days ago

High Speed Hardware Design Engineer, Viasat Government Viasat, Inc. View Employer's ProfileFOLLOW EMPLOYER Yesterday Secret Unspecified Unspecified IT - Hardware Carlsbad, CA (ON-SITE/OFFICE)...

Sr. Silicon Design Engineer

  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 4 days ago

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING We care deeply about transforming lives with AMD technology to enrich our industry, our communities, and the world. Our mission is to build great products...

Physical Design Engineer

  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary Summary Posted: Jun 20, 2025 Weekly Hours: 40 Role Number: 200607925 Imagine what you can do here. Apple is a place where extraordinary people gather to do their lives best work....

Senior Firmware/FPGA Design Engineer

  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Experience working with SoC designs such as Zynq and Zynq Ultrascale+ including architecting and interfacing with peripherals, interrupts, and related bus architectures....

FPGA Design Engineer

  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Experience working with SoC designs such as Zynq and Zynq Ultrascale+ including architecting and interfacing with peripherals, interrupts, and related bus architectures....

Mechanical Design Engineer- UG NX, Team Center, Semiconductor Domain

  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Mechanical Design Engineer- UG NX, Team Center, Semiconductor Domain Title: Mechanical Design Engineer- UG NX, Team Center, Semiconductor Domain Location: San Diego, CA Full Time Opportunity...

Analog/Mixed Signal ASIC Design Engineer

  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 5 days ago

QCT mixed-signal design team consists of architects and ASIC designers, protocol experts, signal processing engineers, and algorithm designers and we are looking for new talents in the area of analog...

Mechanical Design Engineer in San Diego, CA - Onsite - Locals Required

  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Mechanical Design Engineer in San Diego, CA - Onsite - Locals Required Mechanical Design Engineer Title: Mechanical Design Engineer Location: San Diego, CA Oniste/Remote/Hybrid: Onsite Full time:...

Mechanical Design Engineer (No sponsorship availabile)

  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Mechanical Design Engineer (No sponsorship availabile) Our client is looking for a mechanical design engineer to join our energized and cross-functional Mechanical Design team responsible for gas...

SoC Power Management Architect

  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities: Architect the System Control Processor Sub-System, including microcontrollers and hardware accelerators Define processor and memory sizing strategies based on workload analysis Architect...

Landscape Architect II - San Diego, CA

  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (22 miles from Encinitas, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Short Description Bowman has an opportunity for a Landscape Architect II to join our team in San Diego, CA....

Demographic Data for Encinitas, CA

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Salary for Architect Jobs in Encinitas, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Architects in Encinitas, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.3%
Master's Degree
26.6%
Associate's Degree
9.7%
High School or GED
8.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.6%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Architects in Encinitas, CA
2-4 years
33.3%
None
19.1%
6-8 years
14.3%
4-6 years
9.5%
8-10 years
9.5%
Less than 1 year
9.5%
1-2 years
4.8%



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