3D Manufacturing Engineer/Technician

Company

Mission

We are seeking a Product Test Engineer to join our Rapid Additive Manufacturing Lab. This role will contribute to our groundbreaking work in 3D additive manufacturing, supporting the development of high-performance footwear prototypes and one-of-a-kind products for our most high-profile product lines.

The ideal candidate is:

• A flexible, self-starter with a drive to learn and grow.
• Innovative, creative, and process oriented.
• Collaborative, organized, and able to manage priorities effectively.
• Skilled in hands-on mechanical tasks and working in fast-paced environments.
• Knowledgeable in 3D printing technologies and additive manufacturing processes.

Responsibility:

Support daily lab operations:

• Gain hands-on experience with multiple 3D printing technologies (SLS, SDM, FDM, and Objet).
• Understand the advantages of each technology and how they accelerate decision-making for footwear.
• Conduct post-process operations, ensuring parts are delivered to stakeholders on time.
• Maintain, clean, and prepare 3D printing machines for optimal performance.
• Manage raw material inventory and coordinate reordering with the Materials team.
• Operate department machines safely while adhering to PPE requirements.
• Learn and execute the digital workflows for request intake, build creation, and stakeholder notifications.

Enhance manufacturing processes:

• Test and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs) established by engineers.
• Provide feedback to improve operational workflows.
• Focus on accelerating product performance, improving quality, and optimizing speed to market.

Collaborate across teams:

• Partner with engineers, specialists, conceptors, and materials teams to deliver high-quality footwear prototypes.

Profile

Qualification:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Additive Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of relevant experience in 3D additive manufacturing or a related industry.
• Familiarity with manufacturing standards and industrial practices, such as CNC machining.
• Proficiency with multiple 3D printing platforms (SLS, SDM, FDM, Objet); experience with PolyJet and metal 3D printing is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Project management skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
• A passion for creativity, problem-solving, and making things better.