Rapid Prototyping Technician

This position reports to: Head Mechanical Design Engineer

The Purpose:

To support design engineering development by manufacturing a diverse range of prototype components to drawing. To create sub-assemblies and final prototype products.



Main Responsibilities
Component manufacture to tight tolerances
Setup of rapid prototyping machines
Ensure that set quality standards and accuracy of all parts are achieved
Monitor and maintain rapid prototyping machines
Maintain appropriate stock and their levels.
Manufacturing of jigs and fixtures
Meet set delivery dates
Ensure that safety regulations are observed in all aspects
Ensure that work is efficiently carried out
Minimum Requirements
Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
Toolmaker with a Trade Test
5 - 10 years post-apprenticeship experience in a tool-room environment maintaining, repairing and manufacturing Precision Progression tools
CAD Knowledge
3D Printing knowledge
Competencies
Good communication skills
Able to operate all machines (Milling, Turning, Grinding, Drilling etc.)
Able to work to tight tolerances
Ability to design and manufacture any jigs & fixtures required for the manufacture of prototype components.