Building Designer I Job at ICON (Austin)

Job Description

ICON is seeking a Building Designer I to join our team in Austin, TX. In this role, you’ll be part of a small, passionate, and high-impact group responsible for designing, evaluating, and delivering cutting-edge wall systems, enclosures, and buildings powered by ICON’s advanced construction technologies. As an ICONIC, you’ll play a hands-on role in developing innovative, high-performance building solutions—pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in resilient, sustainable, and dignified housing. This position reports to the Director of Building Design & Performance.

Job Responsibility

Contribute to the development of ICON’s concrete 3D-printed wall system to maximize human comfort, safety, experience, and sustainability
Develop construction documents, wall assembly drawings, schematic diagrams, and building envelope details with a focus on window and door systems, waterproofing, and weatherization
Develop construction diagrams to effectively communicate construction sequencing for successful integration of building envelope components and building systems (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) in the field
Collaborate with architects, engineers, and building & material science departments to determine best practices for achieving effective weatherization, resilient design, and high thermal performance of the printed wall system
Assist in the experimentation of innovative wall profiles and configurations for future application in projects
Evolve ICON’s drawing templates, organize ICON’s detail library, and assist in the development of ICON’s wall catalogue for application of wall systems in various climatic conditions
Produce drawings to communicate design intent for research and development
Coordinate with software engineers, print technicians, and construction operations to ensure successful implementation of wall construction in the field

Requirements

2+ years of experience working in complex, multi-disciplinary building design, planning and architectural projects
Professional degree in Architecture from an accredited institution
Proficiency in Revit, Rhino, AutoCAD, Google Suite, Adobe Creative Suite
Experience coordinating all phases of design (schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration)
Experience producing and organizing construction documents for complex projects, with an emphasis on integrating building systems
Desire to work with a highly collaborative team on a quickly evolving product in a fast paced environment
Interest in sustainable design, curiosity for novel architectural technologies, and desire to perfect the craft of construction
Work samples and/or portfolio demonstrating prior experience in construction documents is required

Nice to have

Experience in both commercial and residential design preferred
Expert proficiency in Revit, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite and Google Suite
Enscape and other rendering capabilities preferred
Proactive problem-solving skills, strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
Well organized, works well independently and a self-starter

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