Architectural Designer – HPI Architecture

Join the HPI Architecture Team

For five decades, HPI Architecture has shaped environments that do more than function; they inspire, support, and enrich lives across generations. Our work bridges people and place, creating meaningful spaces rooted in purpose and designed with intention.

Our brand promise reflects who we are:

With intention, we approach each project with curiosity, creativity, collaboration, and technical finesse. Fully engaging in the process, we design places that reflect the vision and values of our clients and the people they serve.

At HPI, you’ll grow through continuing education, mentorship, and professional development, with opportunities to expand your skills and elevate your craft. We also offer a flexible schedule and hybrid work options to support balance, collaboration, creativity, and well‑being.

As we embark on the next 50 years, we’re seeking professionals who will help shape purposeful environments and contribute to the thoughtful design excellence that defines our legacy.

Current Opportunities

We are actively hiring for multiple roles, including but not limited to:

• Business Development

• Marketing Graphic Designer

• Project Architect / Technical Lead

• Senior Designer 

• Project Designer

• Architectural Specifier/Quality Controller 

• Architectural Project Manager

• Job Captain/Senior Job Captain

• Interior Designer

(Titles and levels may vary based on experience.)

What We’re Looking For 

Successful candidates will bring a combination of the following:

*More details will be included in individual job postings.

• Driven professionals looking to work in the Architecture industry

• Excellent communication and ability to work effectively with various teams and departments

• Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

• Build trust with team members and clients through reliability and professional integrity

• Commitment to work out of our San Diego or Newport Beach office a minimum of 18 hours per week

Our Core Values

CLIENT CENTERED: We’re all in—listening first, collaborating closely, anticipating needs, and actively engaging with our project partners and one another.

DESIGN EXCELLENCE: We dig deep to uncover the unique needs of our clients—shaping purposeful, inspiring, and enduring spaces for solutions rooted in people.

PROFESSIONAL INTEGRITY: We own our role and take pride in our work, delivering an exceptional experience every step of the way that excites.

Ready to help shape the next 50 years of meaningful design? We’d love to meet you!

How to Apply

If you’re interested in joining HPI Architecture, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and portfolio (if applicable) to Current Openings and search for the position you’re interested in.

HPI Architecture is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.