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Associate Building Designer

Associate Building Designer

CompanyICON
LocationAustin, TX, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelEntry Level/New Grad

Requirements

  • Degree in Architecture or a related field from an accredited institution.
  • Familiarity with design tools such as Revit, Rhino, AutoCAD, Google Suite, and Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Understanding of architectural drawing sets and building systems.
  • Strong interest in sustainability, innovation, and emerging building technologies.
  • Ability to work in a collaborative, iterative environment and communicate ideas visually and verbally.
  • Portfolio or work samples demonstrating design and technical documentation capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Support the development of ICON’s 3D-printed wall systems with a focus on occupant comfort, sustainability, and performance.
  • Assist in the creation of construction documents, wall assembly drawings, and building envelope details, including window and door systems, waterproofing, and weatherization.
  • Help produce diagrams that communicate construction sequencing for building system integration (mechanical, electrical, plumbing).
  • Collaborate with architects, engineers, and researchers to support design strategies for weatherization, resiliency, and thermal performance.
  • Participate in design explorations of new wall profiles and configurations for future projects.
  • Contribute to the organization of drawing templates, detail libraries, and wall system catalogs for varying climate zones.
  • Produce drawings and documentation to support research, development, and field implementation efforts.
  • Coordinate with internal teams (software, construction, and printing) to support successful project execution.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with both residential and commercial design projects (academic or internship experience welcome).
  • Proficiency in rendering tools (e.g., Enscape) is a plus.
  • Strong organization and time management skills.
  • Self-motivated and eager to learn new tools and processes.