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Senior Electrical Engineer I, Phoenix

ICON is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer I to help in the development of ICON’s latest print systems on the Phoenix Team. This team is responsible for delivering the machine known as Phoenix to Serial Production. As a Senior Electrical Engineer I at ICON, you will be in a hands-on development and technical design role with responsibility for the creation and support of well-designed, maintainable electrical systems. This role is based at ICON’s Austin, TX office and will report to our Manager of Phoenix Electrical Engineer. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on the electrical design and development of a robotic platform for construction, with a focus on motion control systems and dynamic fluid system integration
  • Design and prototype electrical systems, specify instrumentation, and support R&D initiatives across a variety of experimental platforms
  • Advance systems from prototype to commercialization, including panel design and fabrication in compliance with UL508A, NFPA 79, UL2011, NFPA 70 (NEC), and related standards
  • Provide hands-on support for troubleshooting, process optimization, and manufacturing, while designing and integrating solutions in a fast-paced, AGILE development environment
  • Develop design solutions using sound engineering principles, with strong documentation practices including SolidWorks and SolidWorks Electrical Schematic for CAD work
  • Support lean and efficient manufacturing practices, serving as the specifying engineer for Design for Manufacturing (DFM) initiatives
  • Demonstrate flexibility by performing a wide range of tasks daily, including transitioning between office-based design work and on-site field activities as needed
  • Align individual contributions with company-wide Objectives and Key Results (OKRs), ensuring progress toward strategic goals

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
  • 8+ years of hands-on experience in electrical engineering
  • Proven track record of leading engineering development efforts and delivering designs on time (for senior-level candidates)
  • Strong ability to apply first-principles thinking to solve complex engineering challenges
  • Experience designing industrial equipment with an understanding of field requirements and real-time PLC systems
  • Skilled in designing cable harnesses and electrical panels for industrial machinery
  • Capable of taking projects from early-stage prototyping through to final product delivery
  • Solid understanding of UL508A standards and industrial electrical design practices
  • Proficient in SolidWorks Electrical Schematics and/or SolidWorks Electrical 3D; experience with Product Data Management (PDM) tools is preferred
  • Familiar with reading and creating schematics in accordance with ANSI and ISO standards
  • Effective communicator and collaborator, capable of working cross-functionally to develop optimal solutions
  • Knowledge of, or a willingness to learn, AGILE project management methodologies
  • Service-oriented mindset when operating in a support capacity
  • Ability to prioritize effectively and maintain composure in a fast-paced, start-up environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • 6+ years of experience designing and building industrial automation equipment, or equivalent experience in a related technical field
  • Prior experience in a start-up environment and/or a demonstrated ability to innovate, optimize processes, and work resourcefully in dynamic settings
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, with strong troubleshooting skills across both electrical and mechanical systems
  • Familiarity with machine safety standards, including ISO 13849 and related regulations
  • Working knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies, including Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles
  • Hands-on experience with industrial safety systems
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
  • A continuous learner with a strong drive for personal and professional growth

 

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
  • Must be prepared to work, in part, in extreme environments: temps > 100 degrees or below freezing, sun, rain, mud, lack of electricity, etc. 
  • Must be able to travel 4+ weeks per year internationally.



 
ICON is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an innovative, inclusive, diverse and discrimination-free work environment. Employment with ICON is based on merit, competence, and qualifications. It is our policy to administer all personnel actions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Consistent with the obligations of these laws, ICON will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Furthermore, as a federal government contractor, the Company maintains an affirmative action program which furthers its commitment and complies with recordkeeping and reporting requirements under certain federal civil rights laws and regulations, including Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended) and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (as amended).

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ABOUT THE TEAM

Solving one of the most challenging problems humanity faces requires a level of diversity across disciplines. ICON believes that by being a non-homogenous organization, we can capture unique perspectives, educational backgrounds, and ideation. We strive to be inclusive and seek team members who share our passion for the mission within the mission: building robust and diverse teams to help us prevail in the face of our challenges.

We‘re a team of varied backgrounds, countries, and experiences, and we believe our differences make us stronger as we tackle some of the most challenging problems of our time.

MISSION-DRIVEN

Every startup wants to change the world, but we genuinely believe we’re not being hyperbolic when we say this technology has the potential to reinvent human shelter, dramatically improving quality and resiliency while driving down costs to make housing affordable for everyone. We believe in harnessing the power of construction technology for the good of all humanity, both here on Earth and off-world. And while we get excited about R&D accomplishments in the lab, we get more excited when we see our work out in the real world, printing real homes for real people.

We work hard because we know what we are doing can reshape the way we live as a species. And it doesn’t hurt that it’s super fun. Where else do you get to play with giant robots and see the results of your work manifest in beautiful full-scale buildings that didn’t exist before—and that someone can now call home?