Additive Manufacturing (3D printing) Engineer

Operate, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot 3D printers and associated equipment.
Diagnose and resolve printing problems, including warping, bed adhesion failure, layer separation, extrusion inconsistencies, and dimensional inaccuracies
Develop, test, optimize, and document slicer profiles for different engineering materials
Manage filament drying, storage, handling, and material traceability.
Perform preventive maintenance, coordinate repairs, and manage essential spare parts.
Monitor print jobs, inspect completed components, and ensure compliance with engineering specifications.
Investigate print failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Maintain accurate records of print jobs, material consumption, machine downtime, maintenance, and production performance.
Collaborate with product designers to improve component manufacturability and printing efficiency.
Develop standard operating procedures and continuously improve printing reliability, quality, and productivity.

Performance Expectations

The successful candidate will be expected to improve print success rates, minimize avoidable material wastage and machine downtime,
Maintain equipment in good working condition, document production processes, and establish reliable printing profiles for approved materials and components.

A degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, mechatronics, materials engineering, or a related discipline.
Candidates with exceptional practical experience may also be considered.
Minimum of two years of hands-on experience in FDM/FFF 3D printing or additive manufacturing.
Strong knowledge of 3D printer operation, maintenance, calibration, and fault diagnosis
Proficiency in slicing software and print parameter optimization
Practical understanding of engineering materials, including nylon, carbon-fibre-reinforced filaments, polypropylene, PETG, and TPU.
Knowledge of filament moisture management, thermal warping, bed adhesion, layer bonding, and dimensional accuracy.
Ability to conduct systematic troubleshooting, controlled experiments, and root-cause analysis.
Familiarity with CAD software, technical drawings, and quality control procedures.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently, take ownership of technical challenges, and deliver measurable improvements.

Preferred Experience

Experience with enclosed FDM printers, engineering-grade polymers, functional load-bearing components, printer firmware, and mechanical or electrical diagnostics will be an advantage.
Experience in prosthetics, orthotics, medical device manufacturing, or other precision engineering environments is desirable.