ManpowerGroup - Lebanon, IN
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time
Lebanon, IN
Administrative and Support Services
About the position
The Prototyping Technician/Engineer will be responsible for developing and implementing rapid prototyping processes to support product development and innovation within a manufacturing team. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to translate design requirements into functional prototypes, utilizing CAD software for 3D modeling, and operating various rapid prototyping equipment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement rapid prototyping processes and techniques to support product development and innovation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, engineering, and manufacturing, to understand and translate design requirements into functional prototypes.
- Utilize CAD (Solidworks) to create 3D models and generate design files for rapid prototyping.
- Operate and maintain rapid prototyping equipment, such as 3D printers, CNC machines, Laser cutters, and other additive or subtractive manufacturing technologies.
- Conduct feasibility studies and technical evaluations to determine the most suitable rapid prototyping methods for different product designs.
- Optimize and iterate on prototype designs based on feedback, performance testing, and design improvements.
- Collaborate with suppliers and external partners to source materials and components for prototyping.
- Stay updated with the latest advancements and trends in rapid prototyping technologies and techniques.
- Provide technical support and training to other team members involved in the rapid prototyping process.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to rapid prototyping equipment, processes, and materials.
Requirements
- Knowledge of CAD design software, such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
- Familiarity with welding practices, electronics, pneumatics, and fluid dynamics.
- Ability to operate and maintain rapid prototyping equipment, such as 3D printers, CNC machines, and Laser cutters.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience working on a farm or similar hands-on environment.
- Local to the central Indiana area.
