Technical Designer
Malvern, PA
Full Time
Mid Level
Z Domus Designs is an acclaimed interior design firm based in Malvern, PA, specializing in high-end new builds and full-scale renovations. Known for our design-meets-construction approach, we create clarity between design vision and construction execution, partnering closely with builders, trades, and clients to deliver timeless, thoughtfully executed homes.
Our team works out of a newly expanded 4,500+ square foot studio, designed to support creativity, collaboration, and focused work. The studio environment allows designers to work closely with their peers, review drawings and materials together, and engage in hands-on problem-solving that strengthens both design quality and technical execution.
We are seeking a full-time Technical Designer to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who loves the doing side of design — translating ideas into precise, buildable documentation — and who takes pride in accuracy, follow-through, and accountability.
Position Summary:
The Technical Designer is a junior-to-mid-level role focused on supporting the execution of interior design and construction documentation. Working closely with senior designers, this position helps translate design intent into clear, accurate drawings that support smooth construction and project delivery.
This is not a concept-driven or client-led role. It is best suited for someone who enjoys implementation, technical problem-solving, and detail-oriented work, and who is excited to grow their skills within a collaborative, fast-paced design firm.
Key Responsibilities:
Design & Technical Support
- Produce and revise interior design and construction documentation including plans, elevations, details, and schedules
- Assist in translating design concepts into clear, buildable drawings
- Support interior architectural elements such as cabinetry, millwork, built-ins, tile layouts, and custom details
- Incorporate redlines, markups, and feedback from senior designers and builders
- Maintain accuracy, consistency, and organization across drawing sets
Software & Tools
- Utilize technical software such as AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and/or Bluebeam (Proficiency in one or more is required; not all are expected.)
- Implement revisions efficiently and accurately
- Follow established drawing standards and internal file organization systems
Construction & Project Coordination (Support Role)
- Support coordination between design documentation and construction requirements
- Assist senior designers in addressing field conditions, builder feedback, and constructability considerations
- Help ensure design intent is clearly communicated through accurate documentation
- Assist with documentation related to materials, finishes and interior architectural elements as directed by senior designers
- Help maintain accurate records of specifications and design decisions for internal use
- Work closely with senior designers and the broader project team
- Participate in internal coordination and review meetings as appropriate
- Ask questions, flag discrepancies, and seek clarity when needed
- Contribute to a supportive, team-oriented studio environment
- Participate in occasional site visits alongside senior team members to support documentation accuracy and field coordination
- Observe construction progress to better understand how drawings are executed in the field
- Assist with tracking revisions and maintaining up-to-date drawing sets
- Support the maintenance and improvement of internal templates, standards, and documentation processes
Experience
- 3-5 years of experience in interior design, residential architecture or residential construction
- Basic to intermediate understanding of residential construction and detailing
- Experience assisting with or producing technical drawing and finish schedule
- Working proficiency in at least one of the following: AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Bluebeam
- Willingness and ability to learn additional software and internal systems
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy and organization
- Reliable, organized and execution-focused
- Takes direction well and follows through on assigned tasks
- Detailed-orientated with a strong sense of responsibility and integrity
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines
- Team-minded, professional and open to feedback
- Appreciates beauty and thoughtful design, even in technical work
- Starting salary: $57,000+, depending on experience and technical proficiency
- Full-time position with benefits in accordance with company policy
- Over time, this role may gain increased exposure to material selections, site coordination, and broader project responsibilities as skills and experience develop
- Compensation and role scope are reviewed as skills, responsibility and performance grow within the firm
This role is a great fit for someone who:
- Enjoys the execution and technical side of design more than concept development
- Takes pride in producing accurate, well-organized drawings and documentation
- Likes working from clear direction and collaborating with senior designers
- Is detail- orientated and understand that small mistakes can have big downstream impacts
- Thrives in a fast-paced, team-based environment with multiple active projects
- Values accountability, follow-through, and doing things the right way
- Is eager to learn, improve and grow within a design-meets-construction firm
- Appreciates beauty and thoughtful design, even when working on highly technical tasks
- We are building a team of professional, competent, and highly engaging people whose goal is to impact the lives of our clients through thoughtfully curated interior design.
This role is likely not the right fit if you:
- Are primarily seeking a concept-driven or creative director-type role
- Want to lead client meetings, run selections presentation, or own projects independently at this stage
- Prefer working with minimal structure, direction, or feedback
- Become frustrated by revisions, redlines or detailed technical work
- Are uncomfortable working within established processes and standards
- Are looking for a freelance, remote-only, or short-term position
If you're ready to join a team where your work truly matters, we'd love to hear from you and welcome you to our growing team as a Technical Designer!
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