CAD Technician (3D)

• This is a very hands-on, active position in an advanced Research and Development Engineering setting. 
• The position is responsible for ensuring the success of our day-to-day production in our Additive Manufacturing center. 
• This includes machine setup, build operations, material inventory control, maintenance requirements of multiple machines, and assisting with process improvement to ensure business results are achieved. 
• Applicant must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks to meet challenging deadlines with minimal supervision. 
• Applicants must have superior attention to detail, and good communication skills.
• Responsible for day-to-day equipment operations. Maintain and coordinate the schedule and work performed by conducting careful planning, and scheduling of work orders to achieve company goals.
• Set up, operate, and maintain AM center Machines, ensuring that a quality product is available to our customers when they need them.
• Perform post-processing functions such as powder removal, support structure removal, and visual inspection
• Prepare, formulate, and characterize materials
• Maintain raw material and supply inventory management. Responsible for additive manufacturing consumables (such as material filaments, resins, etc.) forecasting and inventory.
• Perform housekeeping and cleanup duties upon completion of assigned tasks
• Inspect and measure 3D printed parts. Collect data and prepare written reports/presentations. Assure accurate tolerances to project data.
• Observe and follow all company safety rules and policies
• Perform routine maintenance requirements and calibration of multiple machines including heat treatment furnaces to achieve optimal running efficiencies.
• Record technical data to ensure traceability, quality control, and maintenance tracking
• Monitor and record operational information such as functional issues, material consumption rates, and build completion dates.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and build issues.
• Coordinate disposal of hazardous materials and other related items with Environmental Health & Safety
• Adhere to the safe handling of materials
• Adhere to ISO9001-driven processes, procedures, and work instructions
• Develop tools, processes, and training materials.
• Provide process improvement feedback and implement solutions in collaboration with Engineering to ensure business results are achieved.
• Advocate for Software and equipment updates, improvements, and process changes to best meet the demands of the business and customers
• Assist Engineers with the setup and fabrication of new and current AM Machines and Process Parameter Development
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, quality engineers and inspectors, manufacturing technicians, and other technical and customer-related services as needed to develop manufacturing solutions or resolve issues with new or current products
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Requirements

• Associate degree in an engineering/business discipline or equivalent/relevant experience
• Microsoft Office and PC skills
• 1-3 years of experience in a Manufacturing operations environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and basic knowledge of GD&T.
• Ability to use CAD, CAM, and ERP software to follow various processes.
• Prior experience with Rapid Prototyping or 3D printing, especially stereolithography, FDM and SLS.
• Experience working with basic shop tools and hand tools required
• Customer service/interaction experience
• Good record-keeping and data-collection skills

Preferred Experience

• Basic understanding of machine tools (milling, lathe, drill presses, CNC) and heat treating
• Basic ordering and shipping experience, preferred
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of additive parts
• ISO 9001, 17025 documentation requirements
• Experience with part inspection and metrology or quality assurance is a plus
• A degree in engineering, science, or technology is strongly preferred.