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# Staff Structural Engineer, Building Product Development at ICON

- **Company:** ICON
- **Location:** Austin, TX
- **Posted:** 2026-10-22
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-26
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/iconcareers/jobs/6231764004

## Job description

ICON is seeking a Staff Structural Engineer to own and advance structural engineering as a product development discipline - translating deep structural expertise into the requirements, rulesets, and technical resources that make ICON's building products & systems designable, verifiable, and executable at scale. This role serves as ICON's primary structural product development authority - develop the structural engineering logic into the requirements, tools, and technical guidance that enable ICON’s Divisions, its Customers,  and external partners to deliver cutting-edge printed structures with precision and confidence.

## RESPONSIBILITIES:

Structural Technical Authority

- Serve as ICON's primary structural engineering subject matter expert for its Building Products and Systems, providing senior-level technical input and direction to ICON’s Technology product teams, Divisions, external partners.
- Develop, maintain, and evolve structural engineering requirements, design standards, and calculations as ICON's structural system configurations and product portfolio expand into new market types, building uses, and climate zones.
- Act as a structural technical resource for complex structural questions from cross-functional teams, escalated customer engagements, and development partners working with ICON systems.
- Ensure structural engineering product development work maintains alignment with applicable structural building codes and design standards (ACI, ASCE, TMS etc.), and appropriate product testing for code compliance and product requirements testing are sufficiently scoped and defined.
- Serve as the primary structural technical escalation point for ICON’s Building Products & Systems — resolving structural questions and out-of-spec conditions that exceed the independent resolution capacity of ICON’s customer support teams.
- Interface with the Building Regulatory Affairs team on code compliance pathways.

Structural Product Development

- Own the translation of structural engineering expertise into scalable rulesets, design workflows, and structured technical documentation that enable ICON's structural systems to be replicated consistently by customers across a range of projects, and market geographies.
- Define structural engineering requirements and provide technical input for BuildOS products and review their implementation, serving as a structural engineering subject matter expert in software product development workflows.
- Identify gaps in ICON's structural product systems and develop frameworks to close them — documenting findings, proposing solutions, and driving resolution across the relevant cross-functional teams.
- Maintain a current, structured workplan for all assigned structural product development initiatives using Jira and related project management tools; proactively surface structural risks, dependencies, and timeline pressures to BACS leadership before they become blockers.
- Maintain a structured intake from ICON’s customer support teams for field-surfaced structural conditions, SEOR-identified edge cases, and applied project outcomes — translating recurring patterns into product development requirements and closing the gap between applied experience and the validated product system.
- Review and support the development of technical content and structural design guidance — including standard details, design requirements, and application frameworks — for customers and customer teams working with ICON systems.
- Provide deep structural technical support to consultant teams working with ICON’s Divisions on research and development projects.
- Collaborate and receive feedback from ICON’s Divisions to incorporate feedback into the structural development of ICON’s building products, product-level structural integration, ensuring field experience and lessons learned flow back into building product & systems.

Field Engagement & Installation Support

- Represent ICON's structural engineering capabilities in internal technical forums and external conversations with customers, regulatory bodies, and industry partners as needed.
- Periodic field visits to ICON field installations, and partner locations to observe installation performance, surface structural product development inputs, and validate design assumptions against real-world conditions; typically no more than one to two overnight trips per engagement.

## MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related discipline
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- 12 or more years of structural engineering experience; 8 or more years with a Master's degree
- Demonstrated experience working across multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced, cross-functional environments
- Strong command of ACI, ASCE, and TMS design codes and their application across building types and jurisdictions
- Proven ability to translate complex structural engineering concepts into clear documentation, technical guidance, and product requirements
- Track record of managing multiple workstreams and driving technical initiatives to completion without close supervision
- Proficiency with industry-standard structural engineering tools, including finite element analysis software (CSI Suite — ETABS and SAP2000), calculation documentation platforms (MathCAD), Excel-based engineering calculation workflows, and Revit for structural documentation and coordination

## PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

- Graduate degree in Structural Engineering or related discipline
- Experience with productized building systems and/or non-traditional construction methods (modular, prefabricated, 3D-printed, or similar)
- Exposure to software-enabled design workflows and/or engineering logic automation in a product development context
- Experience supporting customer-facing technical engagements in a design-build or AEC technology environment
- Background in computational design, numerical methods, or structural programming
- Familiarity with sustainability aspects of structural material systems, including embodied carbon and life cycle assessment

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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