Field Engineering Technician III-1

ICON; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ICON is seeking a Field Engineering Technician III to commission, maintain, and troubleshoot Titan 3D printing systems on active construction sites. This senior, hands-on role requires independent problem solving of electrical, mechanical, and software issues, leading field operations, and mentoring junior technicians.

Expect travel, outdoor environments, and full ownership of site outcomes. You will follow SOPs, document repairs in ICON's ticketing system, and collaborate with cross-functional

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a Field Technician or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and terminate cables (e.g., camlock power, EtherCAT).
• Strong troubleshooting across electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
• Advanced knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, cabling, and printer systems (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Commission, troubleshoot, and maintain ICON’s 3D printers and related systems with minimal supervision.
• Connect and disconnect electrical, pneumatic, and network cabling to facilitate printer mobility.
• Independently resolve issues in electrical, mechanical, and software domains.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and monitoring to reduce downtime.
• Lead the coordination of complex tasks while ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Document troubleshooting steps, repairs, and handoffs in ICON’s ticketing system.
• Train and mentor Field Engineering Technician I employees.
• Willingness to travel for multiple weeks and work nights/weekends as needed.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

PLC & VFDs

Wiring diagrams

Documentation

Team mentoring

English proficiency

Job description

ICON is looking for a Field Engineering Technician III to commission, maintain, and troubleshoot Titan 3D printing systems on active construction sites. This is a senior hands-on role — you will independently resolve complex electrical, mechanical, and software issues, lead field operations, and mentor junior technicians. Expect travel, outdoor environments, and full ownership of what happens on site.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Commission, troubleshoot, and maintain ICON’s 3D printers and related systems with minimal supervision.
• Connect and disconnect electrical, pneumatic, and network cabling to facilitate printer mobility.
• Independently resolve electrical, mechanical, and software issues, leveraging advanced troubleshooting skills.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and monitoring of printer performance to reduce downtime.
• Regularly analyze printer data to foresee potential issues and proactively address them.
• Lead the coordination of complex tasks while ensuring team safety, operational efficiency, and compliance.
• Document troubleshooting steps, repairs, replacements, and shift handoffs in ICON’s ticketing system.
• Build strong working relationships with Print Operators and other cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Train and mentor Field Engineering Technician I employees, contributing to their skill development and overall team effectiveness.
• Follow SOPs, workflows, and team instructions with a disciplined, process-oriented approach.
• Willingness to travel for multiple weeks at a time.
• Flexible availability to work nights and weekends as needed.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• 3+ years as a Field Technician or equivalent experience in a technical, hands-on role.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and terminate cables (e.g., camlock power, EtherCAT).
• Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
• Advanced knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, cabling, and related printer systems (preferred).
• Works independently on complex tasks; anticipates issues and mitigates risks.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Takes ownership of decisions in local operations; can guide and mentor peers when needed.
• Proficiency in English, spoken and written
• OSHA 10, CPR, and heavy equipment certifications.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Advanced proficiency with PLCs, VFDs, and electrical troubleshooting, including equipment replacement and manual controls.
• Experience in remote device operation and system navigation.
• Proficiency in welding (various types).
• Experience contributing feedback to refine best practices and improve team workflows.

PHYSICAL / ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds safely and regularly.
• Comfortable working in various outdoor environments, including extreme temperatures (above 100°F or below freezing), sun, rain, mud, and areas with limited infrastructure (e.g., lack of electricity).
• Comfortable standing and moving on your feet for the majority of the workday as well as climbing ladders and carrying material buckets.

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).

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.