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# Controls Engineer II at ICON

- **Company:** ICON
- **Location:** Austin, TX
- **Posted:** 2026-07-23
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-19
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/iconcareers/jobs/6122367004

## Job description

The Controls Engineer II, Engineering Services designs and maintains the diagnostic infrastructure ICON's fleet depends on — building troubleshooting tools, guided diagnostics, telemetry-sourced health monitoring dashboards, and data-driven predictive maintenance models that move the fleet from reactive toward condition-based service. This role serves as the escalation point for complex controls failures across Field Engineering and customer teams, and is the technical authority others turn to when standard support can't resolve the issue.

This role is based at ICON’s headquarters in Austin, TX and reports to the Director of Engineering Services.

## Responsibilities

- Design feedback and escalation: Diagnose and resolve complex issues involving PLCs, HMIs, SCADA and industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet and DeviceNet.
- Identify and report design, reliability and maintenance problems or software bugs to design and software engineering teams to facilitate root‑cause analysis and corrective action.
- Network and integration support: Assist with issues related to control system networking, including configuring communication devices and integrating control hardware with enterprise systems. Collaborate with electrical, mechanical and IT teams to ensure seamless integration.
- Advanced troubleshooting and support: Respond to situations where first‑line support cannot isolate or fix problems in malfunctioning control systems.
- Field Engineering training: Develop and deliver training for the Field Engineering team on control system operation, maintenance, and configuration — building the technical notes, how-to guides, and reference materials that raise the team's capability to support the fleet independently.
- Customer liaison: Serve as a technical liaison to customers, providing guidance on operation, maintenance, and configuration of control systems; deliver remote training sessions and produce technical notes and how-to guides that improve customer understanding.
- Regulatory compliance: Ensure that control systems comply with safety and regulatory standards (e.g., OSHA, NFPA, IEC) and advise customers on best practices for safe operation.
- Documentation and knowledge management: Update knowledge base articles, create troubleshooting documentation and share insights with global support teams to build organisational knowledge.
- Continuous learning: Stay current on emerging control technologies, PLC/HMI software and industry trends to incorporate the latest advancements into support practices.

## Minimum Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, control systems engineering or a related technical discipline.
- 3+ years of experience in industrial automation or control systems support.
- Strong working knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems and control network protocols.
- Demonstrated ability to diagnose hardware, software and communication issues in control systems.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and standards for industrial control systems.
- Excellent communication and customer‑service skills; ability to manage customer expectations and document resolutions.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams and maintain composure under pressure.

## Preferred Skills & Experience

- Prior startup experience.
- Twincat 3 Object Oriented Structured Text development.
- Solid conceptual understanding of 3d printing technology.
- Ability to read and contribute to electrical schematics.
- Self-starting attitude, excited to make things happen in new and ambiguous situations.
- Superior ability to influence and collaborate with senior management and work across all levels of the organization.

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).

Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit candidates through this application. ICON does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency submissions for candidates and will not pay fees to any third-party agency without a prior agreement with ICON.

As part of our compliance with these obligations, the Company invites you to voluntarily self-identify as set forth below. Provision of such information is entirely voluntary and a decision to provide or not provide such information will not have any effect on your employment or subject you to any adverse treatment. Any and all information provided will be considered confidential, will be kept separate from your application and/or personnel file, and will only be used in accordance with applicable laws, orders and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement purposes.

[Internet Applicant Employment Notices](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1KtxCrS8fV9XRApKaXFjKJ5twhzR_MkGE)

## About ICON

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: ICON develops advanced 3D printing robotics, software, and materials to transform construction, tackling the global housing crisis and preparing to build on other worlds.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Venture-backed; last known round: Series B in February 2022)
- **Headquarters**: Austin, Texas, United States
- **Founded**: 2017
- **Founders**: Evan Loomis (Co-Founder) and others; the founding team is not fully detailed in public sources.

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Construction Technology (PropTech), Robotics, Advanced Materials, Aerospace (Off-Planet R&D)
- **Target customers**: B2B (homebuilders, developers, military/defense), B2G (government/MILCON projects), and B2C (homebuyers via partner builders)
- **Mission or purpose statement**: To advance humanity by using 3D printing robotics, software, and advanced materials to lower the cost and increase the speed and quality of construction, tackling the global housing crisis and preparing to build on other worlds.

## Products & Services
- **Vulcan Construction System**: A large-scale 3D printing robotic system that prints single-story and multi-story concrete homes and structures. Type: Hardware + Software.
- **Phoenix Multi-Story Printer**: A newer, radical robotic printer unveiled to enable multi-story construction. Type: Hardware + Software.
- **Proprietary Advanced Materials (e.g., Lavacrete)**: A low-carbon, high-strength concrete mix designed specifically for 3D printing. Type: Material.
- **Digital Catalog for Residential Architecture**: A catalog of pre-designed, printable home models. Type: Software/Service.
- **AI Architect for Home Design**: An AI-powered tool for home design and construction planning. Type: Software.
- **Off-Planet R&D**: Research and development of construction systems for use on the Moon and Mars, including work under NASA contracts. Type: R&D Service.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (Private company).
- **Key Metric**: $564.7M in total funding across 8 rounds. Annual revenue estimated at $18.0M (source: LinkedIn).
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Tiger Global Management (led Series B), Moderne Ventures (led Series A), Oakhouse Partners (led Seed). Partners include NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, and various homebuilding firms.
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount of 228 employees (+10.8% YoY); 42 active job postings (+223.1% YoY); expansion into military construction (MILCON); ongoing development of the Phoenix multi-story printer and Off-Planet systems.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Pioneer & First-Mover**: One of the first companies to successfully deploy large-scale 3D printing for livable homes, creating a strong brand and operational track record.
- **Vertically Integrated Technology Stack**: Proprietary robotics, software, and materials are all developed in-house, creating a defensible moat and optimized system performance.
- **High-Profile Government & Space Contracts**: Partnerships with NASA and the U.S. Department of Defense provide credibility, non-dilutive funding, and a unique market position.
- **Mission-Driven Brand**: The dual mission of solving the housing crisis and building on other worlds attracts top talent and media attention.

## Strategic Focus
- **Scaling Military & Government Projects (MILCON)**: A major focus is on winning and delivering large-scale construction projects for the U.S. military.
- **Multi-Story Construction**: The Phoenix printer represents a key strategic pivot to enable taller, denser buildings, opening up new market segments.
- **Commercialization & Replicability**: Moving from R&D and pilot projects to a repeatable, scalable business model that can be deployed globally.
- **Off-Planet Systems**: Continued R&D for lunar and Martian construction, maintaining a long-term vision that differentiates the company.

## Why Work Here
- **Mission & Impact**: The opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that directly addresses the global housing crisis and has a tangible, physical impact. The "Earth and beyond" mission is a powerful motivator.
- **Hands-On, Cross-Disciplinary Learning**: Employees gain deep, practical experience across robotics, materials science, software, and field operations. Learning is accelerated.
- **Comprehensive Benefits**: Includes medical/dental/vision, mental health coverage, "Use What You Need" PTO, generous parental leave, 401K with Roth IRA, and employee stock options.
- **Culture**: Described as fast-paced, intense, and driven by a sense of urgency and ownership. Attracts builders, engineers, and operators who want to reinvent an industry.
- **Work Policy**: Roles are primarily based in Austin, TX (HQ), with some field positions in Miami, FL. The environment is largely on-site, especially for engineering, operations, and print roles.
- **Considerations**: The culture is also noted for high volatility, including a 25% workforce reduction in January 2025. Workload can be intense with long hours, and leadership is described as uneven by some sources. Candidates seeking stability and process maturity may find the environment challenging. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/icon-build/faq/workplace-perception)

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5. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/icon-build/faq/workplace-perception)

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