Onsite CAD Prototyping Technician; 3D Printing

Job#: 3040613



Job Description :

Jr CAD Technician (3D Printing & Prototyping)

Location: Erlanger, KY (100% Onsite)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (1-hour unpaid lunch)

Type: Contract-to-Hire Opportunity

Bring Ideas to Life Through Design and Innovation

We are seeking a hands-on CAD Technician to join an innovative product development team in Erlanger, Kentucky. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of CAD design, 3D printing, and rapid prototyping. You'll play a critical role in transforming concepts into functional prototypes while supporting a growing internal design and engineering organization.

This is not a production environment—it's a fast-paced, collaborative setting focused on innovation, product development, and market validation.

You'll work with cutting-edge additive manufacturing equipment and partner with designers and product teams to help bring new ideas to life.

What You'll Do

CAD Design & Modeling

• Create and modify 2D and 3D CAD models using Solid Works and related design tools
• Translate sketches, concepts, and engineering requirements into detailed technical designs
• Prepare and optimize files for additive manufacturing
• Maintain organized design files and revision control throughout the development cycle

• Set up, operate, and monitor multiple 3D printing systems
• Prepare print jobs using slicing software such as Cura, Orca Slicer, Bambu Studio, or similar platforms
• Manage print queues and ensure projects are completed on schedule
• Troubleshoot print failures, material issues, and equipment settings
• Support prototype creation for product development, design validation, and showroom demonstrations

• Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and basic troubleshooting on printing equipment
• Conduct post-processing activities including support removal, sanding, curing, and finishing
• Inspect printed parts for quality, accuracy, and compliance with specifications
• Document results and contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives

• Partner closely with Product Development and Design teams
• Assist with prototype iterations based on testing and stakeholder feedback
• Support material selection and evaluation of new manufacturing processes
• Contribute to a highly collaborative, team-focused environment

• Solid Works CAD Software
• FDM Printers (Ultimaker, Bambu Lab, Modix Large-Format)
• SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) Equipment
• Sifting, blasting, and finishing systems
• Various slicing and print preparation software platforms

• Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in CAD, Engineering Technology, Industrial Design, or a related field
• Approximately 1-3+ years of hands-on CAD experience, preferably using Solid Works
• Experience preparing files and operating 3D printers
• Familiarity with additive manufacturing technologies and slicing software
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Experience with FDM, SLA, SLS, or other additive manufacturing systems
• Exposure to product development, prototyping, or industrial design environments
• Knowledge of mechanical design principles
• Experience with BIM and/or Revit file types
• Experience with post-processing techniques and materials
• Interest in growing into a larger product design role over time

• Detail-oriented and quality-focused
• Mechanically inclined and technically curious
• Comfortable working with both software and physical equipment
• A strong communicator who works well across teams
• Eager to learn new technologies and processes
• Passionate about innovation and hands-on problem solving

• Collaborative "work hard, play hard" team culture
• Frequent interaction with product development…