Building Designer I

ICON is looking to add a Building Designer I to the Design Build team. As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team, you will design, evaluate, and deliver world-class high-performance wall systems, enclosures, and buildings using ICON’s technology set. As an ICONIC, you will be a leader and direct contributor to the development of entirely novel approaches to high-performance buildings and you will have the opportunity to work with your team to advance humankind’s ability to provide dignified, affordable, resilient, and sustainable shelter to the world. This role will report to the Director of Building Design & Performance out of our Austin, TX office.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contribute to the development of ICON’s concrete 3D-printed (C3DP) 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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 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