Additive Manufacturing Technician (3D Printing)

Job Role: Additive Manufacturing Technician (3D Printing)

Location: Coimbatore, TN

Experience: 2-5 Years

We are looking for a hands-on 3D Printing Engineer with practical experience in Additive Manufacturing, Digital Fabrication, and Rapid Prototyping.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and manage FDM, SLA, DLP, MSLA, and Resin-based 3D printers.
• Prepare and optimize STL, OBJ, and 3MF files using slicing software.
• Configure print orientation, supports, infill, layer settings, and print parameters.
• Monitor print jobs, troubleshoot failures, and optimize print quality.
• Perform routine maintenance, calibration, cleaning, and preventive servicing of 3D printers.
• Handle post-processing activities including support removal, washing, UV curing, sanding, trimming, finishing, and assembly.
• Support laser cutting, acrylic fabrication, drilling, bonding, polishing, and workshop activities.
• Inspect printed parts for dimensional accuracy, surface finish, defects, and overall quality.
• Maintain production logs, maintenance records, material inventory, and documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, quality, and design teams to ensure timely project delivery.

Required Skills

• 2+ years of experience in Additive Manufacturing or 3D Printing.
• Hands-on experience with FDM, SLA, DLP, MSLA, and Resin Printing Technologies.
• Strong knowledge of STL File Preparation, Slicing, Print Orientation, Supports, and Print Optimization.
• Experience using slicer software such as Cura, PrusaSlicer, Bambu Studio, Chitubox, Lychee, or PreForm.
• Understanding of different printing materials including PLA, ABS, PETG, TPU, Engineering Resins, and Nylon.
• Experience in machine troubleshooting, calibration, preventive maintenance, and print quality improvement.
• Familiarity with workshop tools, measuring instruments, and fabrication techniques.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Worked with Industrial 3D Printers, Laser Cutting, and Digital Fabrication.
• Experience in Medical Devices, Manufacturing, or Product Development.