Test Technician

ICON; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

ICON is seeking Test Technicians in Austin to operate, build, troubleshoot, and repair fluid, electrical, and electro-mechanical test systems in our lab and on active field builds.

You will work with PLCs, motion control, hydraulics, and document everything touched, with opportunities to lead shifts and mentor others as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree preferred.
• Hands-on experience in mechanical, electrical, fluid, or manufacturing environments; level-dependent years and certifications can offset years.
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot mechanical, fluid, electro-mechanical, and printer test systems.
• Build and maintain test infrastructure: test stands, fluid panels, electrical cabinets, PLC-controlled assemblies, welded components.
• Diagnose and repair using schematics, multimeters, and Beckhoff TwinCAT; replace parts, calibrate, and work through root cause.
• Terminate and connect electrical, pneumatic, camlock, and EtherCAT cabling.
• Support on-site test builds and field operations, including material logistics, QC measurements, and build tracking (Procore).
• Log test data, ticket work, track downtime, and keep inventory and documentation accurate.
• Follow and uphold SOPs for safety and testing.
• Higher levels: lead shifts, mentor technicians, drive upgrades with engineering, and proactive reporting.

Skills

Read schematics

Strong communication

Collaborative under pressure

Physical stamina

Travel willingness

Safety-minded

Education

Associate’s degree in mechatronics / mechanical engineering technology / related field

Tools

Beckhoff TwinCAT

PLC control systems

Job description

ICON is hiring Test Technicians to operate, build, troubleshoot, and repair the systems that prove out our technology, from fluid and electro-mechanical test stands in our Austin lab to Phoenix printers on active test builds in the field. You’ll work hands-on with PLCs, motion control, hydraulics, and electrical systems, partner with test and sustaining engineering, and document everything you touch. Level and team (Product Test or Printing Test) are determined by your experience and the needs of the business.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot mechanical, fluid, electro-mechanical, and printer test systems.
• Build and maintain test infrastructure: test stands, fluid panels, electrical cabinets, PLC-controlled assemblies, and welded assemblies.
• Diagnose and repair using schematics, multimeters, and Beckhoff TwinCAT. Replace parts, calibrate, and work through root cause.
• Terminate and connect electrical, pneumatic, camlock, and EtherCAT cabling.
• Support on-site test builds and field operations, including material logistics, QC measurements, and build tracking (Procore).
• Log test data, ticket work, track downtime, and keep inventory and documentation accurate.
• Follow and uphold SOPs for safety and testing.
• Higher levels: lead shifts, coordinate and mentor other technicians, drive upgrades with engineering, and own proactive reporting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s in mechatronics, mechanical engineering technology, or related field preferred.
• Hands-on experience in mechanical, electrical, fluid, or manufacturing environments at the level’s required years (above). Technical certification, an Associate’s degree, or supervisory experience can offset years at Senior.
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication and a collaborative approach under pressure.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, stand and move for most of the day, climb ladders, and work outdoors in extreme heat, cold, rain, and mud, including sites without electricity.
• Willingness to travel outside Austin for multiple weeks at a time (required for Printing Test roles, occasional for Product Test) and flexibility for nights and weekends.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Welding (AC aluminum, DC steel), heavy equipment operation, hydraulics, generators.
• Familiarity with PLCs, VFDs, multi-axis machines, CNCs, or 3D printers.
• Background in aerospace, defense, aircraft, construction, or similar (A&P or technician certification a plus).
• Bachelor’s in manufacturing, engineering, or related field.
• Proficiency with Google/Microsoft tools and quick learning of new software.

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).