Senior Mechatronics Systems Architect

Iconcareers; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ICON offers a Senior Strategic R&D Mechatronics Engineer I role in Austin, TX, leading the design, development, integration, and validation of advanced electromechanical systems from concept through commercialization.

The position requires hands-on prototyping, systems thinking, and strong collaboration across engineering, product, manufacturing, quality, and external partners to deliver innovative solutions and drive technology roadmaps.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, Robotics, or related field; equivalent hands-on industry experience may be considered.
• 7+ years in mechatronics, robotics, automation, or advanced electromechanical system development.
• Strong understanding of integrated mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Experience with CAD software, system modeling, simulation, and rapid prototyping tools.
• Proficiency in embedded systems, sensors, actuators, motor controls, and industrial communication protocols.
• Experience with programming and scripting languages such as Python, C/C++, MATLAB, or LabVIEW.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical projects from concept through validation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the research, architecture, design, and development of advanced mechatronic systems and subsystems.
• Drive strategic R&D initiatives aligned with long-term technology roadmaps and business objectives.
• Develop and integrate mechanical components, embedded systems, sensors, actuators, motion control systems, and automation technologies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product management, manufacturing, quality, and external partners to deliver innovative solutions.
• Conduct feasibility studies, proof-of-concept development, risk analysis, and system validation testing.
• Create system-level requirements, technical specifications, design documentation, and test protocols.
• Support prototype builds, troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and performance optimization activities.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, materials, and methodologies to enhance product performance and competitive differentiation.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering best practices, technical standards, and innovation culture.
• Participate in strategic planning, intellectual property development, and technical presentations to leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related field

Tools

CAD software

System modeling & simulation tools

Rapid prototyping tools

Job description

ICON offers a Senior Strategic R&D Mechatronics Engineer I role in Austin, TX, leading the design, development, integration, and validation of advanced electromechanical systems from concept through commercialization.

The position requires hands-on prototyping, systems thinking, and strong collaboration across engineering, product, manufacturing, quality, and external partners to deliver innovative solutions and drive technology roadmaps.