{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"63591c27a004fc02fc969e6a","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/63591c27a004fc02fc969e6a","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/63591c27a004fc02fc969e6a","title":"Architect / Designer","description":"ICON is looking to add an Architect / Building designer to the Design-Build team. As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team, you will design, evaluate, and deliver world-class high-performance 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 is can be based at ICON’s Austin, TX campus or ICON's Miami, FL campus and will report to the VP of Building Design.\n\nRESPONSIBILITIES\n\nCollaborate in the architectural design and development of projects from concept through construction, leveraging ICON’s proprietary 3D printing technologies to deliver innovative, high-performance buildings that redefine industry standards.\n\nContribute directly to the evolution of ICON’s concrete 3D-printed wall system by optimizing for human comfort, safety, user experience, and sustainability. Ensure architectural integration with structural, MEP, and envelope systems.\n\nProduce comprehensive construction documents including wall assembly drawings, building envelope details, and system diagrams, with a focus on integrating window and door systems, waterproofing, and weatherization strategies tailored to 3D-printed architecture.\n\nDevelop clear and effective documentation that supports field integration of envelope components and building systems (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), ensuring constructability and performance.\n\nCreate drawings and specifications that communicate design intent as well as submittals to third-party agencies for code compliance and performance validation.\n\nCollaborate with software engineers, print technicians, and construction operations teams to ensure seamless translation of digital design into successful physical implementation, bridging the gap between design vision and construction reality.\n\nReview and coordinate consultant drawings to ensure adherence to design intent and compatibility with ICON’s wall systems and construction methods.\n\nExplore and develop novel architectural strategies that take full advantage of the design freedom, sustainability potential, and formal possibilities of additive manufacturing. Contribute to a continuous feedback loop with ICON’s materials, robotics, and software teams.\n\nWork closely with field teams during construction to resolve real-time challenges and to iterate on system improvements based on lessons learned.\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\n\n2 to 7 years of experience in complex, multi-disciplinary design and analysis projects.\n\nProfessional degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.\n\nProficiency in Revit, Rhino, Google Suite, Adobe Suite, Enscape and various AI rendering platforms\n\nStrong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.\n\nWorking experience in all phases of design (concept design, schematic design, design development, construction documents)\n\nExperience producing and organizing construction documents with an emphasis on building systems integration.\n\nExperience in Construction Administration, including RFI and submittal review, and other general construction-related correspondence.\n\nWorking knowledge of the International Residential (IRC) and Building (IBC) codes, ADA guidelines and the fair housing act (FHA)\n\nWorking knowledge of the principles of concrete design & construction.\n\nDesire to work with a highly collaborative team, on a quickly evolving product in a fast-paced environment.\n\nCuriosity for novel architectural technologies, and desire to perfect the craft of construction.\n\nPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE\n\nLicensure not required, we support candidates pursuing certification.\n\nExperience designing and delivering projects that integrate emerging construction technologies, such as 3D printing, robotics, prefab, or modular construction.\n\nFamiliarity with parametric and computational design tools (e.g., Grasshopper, Dynamo) to explore and optimize complex forms, workflows, or performance outcomes.\n\nDemonstrated experience in research and development environments, particularly contributing to prototype testing, materials research, or novel building systems.\n\nAbility to develop and manage BIM standards and digital workflows for interdisciplinary collaboration and construction documentation.\n\nExperience collaborating with or managing external consultants, including structural engineers, sustainability experts, and testing labs.\n\nDemonstrated ability to operate independently and effectively in fast-paced, iterative environments.\n\nPassion for designing for social impact, including housing innovation, affordability, and climate resilience.\n\nICON 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.\n\nFurthermore, 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).\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Socket","rawCompany":"socket","city":"Austin","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-09T03:19:27.970Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-1011.00","title":"Architects, Except Landscape and Naval","slug":"architects-except-landscape-and-naval"},{"code":"17-3011.00","title":"Architectural and Civil Drafters","slug":"architectural-and-civil-drafters"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541310","title":"Architectural Services","slug":"architectural-services"},{"code":"236220","title":"Commercial and Institutional Building Construction","slug":"commercial-and-institutional-building-construction"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Architect / Designer","description":"ICON is looking to add an Architect / Building designer to the Design-Build team. 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This role is can be based at ICON’s Austin, TX campus or ICON's Miami, FL campus and will report to the VP of Building Design.\n\nRESPONSIBILITIES\n\nCollaborate in the architectural design and development of projects from concept through construction, leveraging ICON’s proprietary 3D printing technologies to deliver innovative, high-performance buildings that redefine industry standards.\n\nContribute directly to the evolution of ICON’s concrete 3D-printed wall system by optimizing for human comfort, safety, user experience, and sustainability. 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Contribute to a continuous feedback loop with ICON’s materials, robotics, and software teams.\n\nWork closely with field teams during construction to resolve real-time challenges and to iterate on system improvements based on lessons learned.\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\n\n2 to 7 years of experience in complex, multi-disciplinary design and analysis projects.\n\nProfessional degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.\n\nProficiency in Revit, Rhino, Google Suite, Adobe Suite, Enscape and various AI rendering platforms\n\nStrong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.\n\nWorking experience in all phases of design (concept design, schematic design, design development, construction documents)\n\nExperience producing and organizing construction documents with an emphasis on building systems integration.\n\nExperience in Construction Administration, including RFI and submittal review, and other general construction-related correspondence.\n\nWorking knowledge of the International Residential (IRC) and Building (IBC) codes, ADA guidelines and the fair housing act (FHA)\n\nWorking knowledge of the principles of concrete design & construction.\n\nDesire to work with a highly collaborative team, on a quickly evolving product in a fast-paced environment.\n\nCuriosity for novel architectural technologies, and desire to perfect the craft of construction.\n\nPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE\n\nLicensure not required, we support candidates pursuing certification.\n\nExperience designing and delivering projects that integrate emerging construction technologies, such as 3D printing, robotics, prefab, or modular construction.\n\nFamiliarity with parametric and computational design tools (e.g., Grasshopper, Dynamo) to explore and optimize complex forms, workflows, or performance outcomes.\n\nDemonstrated experience in research and development environments, particularly contributing to prototype testing, materials research, or novel building systems.\n\nAbility to develop and manage BIM standards and digital workflows for interdisciplinary collaboration and construction documentation.\n\nExperience collaborating with or managing external consultants, including structural engineers, sustainability experts, and testing labs.\n\nDemonstrated ability to operate independently and effectively in fast-paced, iterative environments.\n\nPassion for designing for social impact, including housing innovation, affordability, and climate resilience.\n\nICON is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an innovative, inclusive, diverse and discrimination-free work environment. 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