Architect Jobs in San Diego, 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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Senior Firmware/FPGA Design Engineer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago

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

Senior Mechanical Architect

  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Introduction to the role ASML US, including its affiliates and subsidiaries, bring together the most creative minds in science and technology to develop lithography machines that are key to...

Principal Clinical Data Innovation Architect

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Were excited to introduce a new, future-focused opportunity: Principal Clinical Data Innovation Architect....

Custom Circuits Design Engineer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

. - Work with power team, PD and architects to define specifications and requirements - Perform design, analysis, modeling/simulation, circuit level specifications, schematic capture, spice simulation...

Solar Design Engineer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Helix Electric was founded in 1985 and is now one of the nation's largest and most successful electrical contracting companies. Our commitment to empowering people and powering projects is...

UCP Application Lead/Architect - RRN00013731/5684421

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

You Are: An Experienced Application Lead/ Architect The Work: You will be part of Accenture's highly collaborative Unified Collaboration Platforms team, where you'll have the opportunity to enhance...

Civil Design Engineer

  • La Mesa, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • La Mesa, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago

BDS Engineering is seeking a civil design engineer (PE/EIT preferred) proficient in utilizing AutoCAD and Civil 3D in preparation of plans for grading, drainage, civil utilities, site plans and...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - San Diego

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

Our mission at Oura is to empower every person to own their inner potential. Our award-winning products help our global community gain a deeper knowledge of their readiness, activity, and sleep...

Camera Image Sensor Digital Design Engineer Lead

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

Are you a leader and want to apply your engineering background to make big things happen? Can you influence, connect, get results and communicate effectively? Can you deliver on a predictable and...

Amazon Connect Senior Architect

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

Amazon Connect Senior Architect Who You'll Work With As a modern technology company, our Slalom Technologists are disrupting the market and bringing to life the art of the possible for our clients....

SerDes Circuit Design Engineer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

We are seeking talented Analog Mixed-Signal designers to join our high-speed SerDes team. Our team specializes in building next generation high-performance wireline transceivers delivering...

Performance Test Architect

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

Define end to end performance test strategy for OmniPod data cloud architecture, including shift-left, unit performance testing Design and implement performance testing strategies for data cloud...

SoC Architect, Project Kuiper

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

In this role you will: - Work closely with the system architects to define and architect world-class SoC and IP blocks, which meet power, area and performance targets. - Define compute architecture...

Mechanical Design Engineer - P2S

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

Mechanical Engineering or Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering preferred 2-5 years experience in mechanical design for new and existing commercial buildings preferred EIT preferred Proficient with Revit...

Senior Project Architect

  • San Diego, CA (12 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (12 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Description Senior Registered Architect Role Description: Huitt-Zollars has a great full-time opportunity for Senior Registered Architect at our San Diego office....

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Salary for Architect Jobs in San Diego, CA

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Architect positions.



Highest Education Level

Architects in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.4%
Master's Degree
26.1%
Associate's Degree
9.8%
High School or GED
8.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.6%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Architects in San Diego, 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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