Senior Materials Engineer

Number of employees

380

Austin, Texas, United States, United States

Posted on: 2022-05-12

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Full time

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Senior

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About the company:

ICON develops advanced construction technologies that advance humanity. Using proprietary 3D printing robotics, software and advanced materials, ICON is shifting the paradigm of homebuilding on Earth and beyond. www.iconbuild.com / follow on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @ICON3DTech

ICON is looking for a Senior Materials Engineer to join the Material Science team. The Senior Materials Engineer will be responsible for developing and optimizing cement-based 3D-printable materials. Additionally, in this role, you will assist in the development, design, and execution of material performance evaluation and improvement programs. You will support cross-functional initiatives and serve as the point of contact for various ICON teams. This role will report to the Director of Material Science and is based out of our Austin, TX campus. 


RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop new formulations of cement-based 3D-printable materials and optimize the performance of existing formulations and mix designs.
  • Design and execute testing programs focused on performance evaluation of 3D-printed materials and structures.
  • Prepare and independently lead full-scale material testing campaigns and collaborate on their successful execution with other teams.
  • Troubleshoot material performance in ICON’s Vulcan and Magma system and provide feedback to the technology teams on possible solutions and performance improvements.
  • Support the development of ICON’s projects (development, design, construction, and post-construction).
  • Create a project-specific quality control/assurance program and oversee ICON materials compliance with project specifications and building codes.
  • Generate test reports and presentations to effectively communicate material performance across various ICON teams.
  • Assist with the development of R&D initiatives, programs, and proposals.
  • Develop one-off test methods and adapt standardized testing procedures to 3D-printed applications.
  • Provide support and training to laboratory personnel.
  • Must be willing to perform a wide range of tasks on a daily basis in both office and laboratory/field environments. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or Material Science (with focus on cement-based materials) with 3+ years industry experience, or M.S. with 5+ years industry experience, or B.S. in Civil Engineering/Material Science with 10+ years industry experience.
  • Knowledge of fundamentals of concrete and cement-based materials science and technology.
  • Experience in evaluation of cement-based materials using standardized (ASTM, EN, ISO) and one-off test methods and procedures.
  • Experience in the development, optimization, and performance troubleshooting of concrete mixtures and/or other cement-based products (grouts, dry mortars, etc).
  • Experience in the development of concrete specifications.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading R&D projects and initiatives.
  • A quick learner capable of understanding the operational aspects of hardware, electrical, controls, and software systems utilized by the company.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading and/or supervising teams and other professionals, including multidisciplinary teams and laboratory technicians.
  • Exceptional technical and problem-solving skills and reasoning ability.
  • Must be prepared to work, in part, in extreme environments: temps > 100 °F or below freezing, sun, rain, mud, lack of electricity, etc.
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Previous start-up experience, and/or a resourceful innovative nature with an ability to streamline or develop efficient processes. 
  • An engineer in nature eager to learn various aspects of the large-scale 3D printing process (hardware, control and software systems, architecture, and design).
  • A skilled user and/or ability to quickly learn how to use various software tools for data analysis, data acquisition, cement-based materials performance modeling.
  • Sound understanding of concrete structural performance.
  • Experience in analyzing large data sets and ability to draw data-driven conclusions.
  • Ability to prioritize and stay cool in a dynamic start-up environment.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • This position may require travel up to 20% of the year. 
 
ICON is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an innovative, inclusive, and discrimination-free work environment. Employment with ICON is based on  merit, competence, and qualifications. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), genetic trait, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law. If there are accommodations we can make to help ensure you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please let us know.
 
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