Senior Mechanical Engineer I

ICON is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer I to help in the development of ICON’s latest print systems on the Phoenix Team. This team is responsible for delivering the machine known as Phoenix to Serial Production. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer at ICON, you will be in a hands-on development and technical design role with responsibility for the creation and support of well-designed, maintainable mechanical systems. This role is based at ICON’s Austin, TX office and will report to our VP of Phoenix Engineering.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create design solutions with excellent engineering and documentation processes.
• Design and create prototypes using in-house and external fabrication.
• Perform engineering calculations to support design work.
• Own development of systems through to handoff for product commercialization.
• Drive engineering excellence and the adherence to the scientific method.
• Compile and analyze operational, test, and research data to establish technical specifications for designing or modifying products, processes, and materials.
• Must be willing to perform a wide range of tasks on a daily basis (e.g. Transition from office work to field work at a moment’s notice).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 8+ years of professional work experience as a Mechanical Engineer. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of component manufacturing processes (including machining, rapid prototyping, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience leading large system development projects.
• Proficiency using parametric solid modeling and CAD software to design and document parts and assemblies.
• SolidWorks and PDM experience required.
• Familiarity with making drawings and applicable drawing and tolerancing standards.
• Exceptional technical and problem-solving skills and reasoning ability.
• Adept at communicating in a collaborative team environment and seeking optimum solutions with other team members.
• Knowledge of the AGILE SCRUM methodology of project management.
• A service-oriented attitude when in a support role.
• Ability to prioritize and stay cool in a dynamic start-up environment.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Previous automation industry experience.
• Previous start-up experience, and/or a resourceful innovative nature with an ability to streamline or develop efficient processes.
• Professional experience with thermal and mechanical FEA, and topological optimization. Ansys or Solidworks simulation.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics, and the ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems.
• Industrial safety system experience.
• A hunger for learning and personal growth.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be prepared to work, in part, in extreme environments: temps > 100 degrees or below freezing, sun, rain, mud, lack of electricity, etc. 
• Must be able to travel 4+ weeks per year internationally.