Job Description

The Lead Additive Manufacturing (AM) Technician is responsible for overseeing and performing all aspects of additive manufacturing operations, including setup, operation, and maintenance of 3D printers, post-processing of components, and quality assurance. This role serves as a technical leader on the AM team, providing guidance to junior technicians, optimizing processes, and ensuring production goals are met with high quality and efficiency.

Requirements

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science) OR equivalent, with extensive hands-on experience in a related technical manufacturing role.
• Prior experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment, preferred.
• Prior experience with additive manufacturing (AM) technologies and processes, preferred
• Experience with foundry or casting processes is highly preferred.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Pattern making design and manufacturing experience is required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to understand, troubleshoot, and maintain complex industrial systems.
• Highly computer literate; comfortable with machine control software, ERP systems, and MS Office.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting operating manuals, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Experience with 3D CAD software (e.g., SOLIDWORKS, CATIA, etc.) is required.
• 3D Blue light scanning and reverse engineering is highly preferred.