Additive Engineering Technician in New Albany, Indiana at Samtec, Inc.

Samtec, Inc.
Position Title: Additive Engineering Technician

Description

Founded in 1976, Samtec is a privately held, $1 Billion global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, including High-Speed Board-to-Board, High-Speed Cables, Mid-Board and Panel Optics, Precision RF, Flexible Stacking, and Micro/Rugged components and cables. Samtec Technology Centers are dedicated to developing and advancing technologies, strategies and products to optimize both the performance and cost of a system from the bare die to an interface 100 meters away, and all interconnect points in between. With 40+ international locations and products sold in more than 125 different countries, Samtecs global presence enables its unmatched customer service.

Summary/Objective: The Additive Engineering Technician will be responsible for providing the Additive Manufacturing Engineering Team with technical support to help produce prototype and production components. The Additive Engineering Technicians primary role will be to setup 3D printing machines, carry out 3D prints, and conduct part post processing.

Essential Functions/ Responsibilities:

1. Monitor and fulfill orders coming through the Prototype Work Center
2. Effectively communicate with requesters from multiple departments (Engineering, Operations, Sales, Marketing, etc)
3. Effectively convert CAD models to print files ensure the machine and process are properly set up
4. Carryout successful printing of 3D parts using multiple 3D printing platforms
5. Conduct material, part, and machine changeover on multiple 3D printing platforms
6. Utilize work instructions, prints, and other engineering documentation to carry out standard work
7. Perform dimensional measurements to verify acceptable print accuracy
8. Document and store necessary process information, data, etc.
9. Review processes and identify opportunities for improvement
10. Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve machine and system issues
11. Ensure printing area/lab are clean, orderly, and safe.

The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position. Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities.

Required Experience:

1. 2-3 years experience in a technical manufacturing environment
2. Ability to setup and troubleshoot complex manufacturing equipment
3. Independent, self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment
4. Experience using CAD software, such as SolidWorks, to make small design modifications
5. Ability to analyze and interpret data
6. Analytical and creative thinker, problem solver, result-orientated and focused.
7. Well organized, ability to prioritize a varied and fast-changing workload.
8. Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with cross functional groups
9. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, creative mindset.

1. Preferred experience is 1-2 yrs in an Additive Manufacturing setting
2. Must be able to sit/stand for at least 90 consecutive minutes

Education:

1. 2 yr. Technical Degree/Certificate

SAMTEC, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating a diverse environment. All employment decisions at Samtec are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity/expression, marital status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws.