Additive Manufacturing & Prototyping Technician

Polytec Personnel Ltd; Saffron Walden; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an Additive Manufacturing and Prototyping Technician/Specialist for a permanent position in Saffron Walden. The role involves operating 3D printers, supporting hands-on prototyping, and using workshop tools for various engineering projects. Candidates should have experience with 3D printing, basic CAD skills, and a strong mechanical understanding. This position is suitable for both junior and experienced specialists aiming to work with advanced technologies in a collaborative engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with 3D printers and slicing software is essential.
• Basic CAD skills necessary along with strong hands-on workshop ability.
• Good mechanical understanding, organization, and attention to detail are required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain 3D printers including slicing and post-processing.
• Support prototyping and fabrication using workshop tools.
• Produce jigs, fixtures, and assembly of prototype systems.
• Make basic CAD edits and prepare models for print.
• Inspect parts and maintain an organized workshop.

Skills

3D printing experience

Basic CAD skills

Mechanical understanding

Attention to detail

Tools

FDM printers

SLA printers

SLS printers

CNC machines

Job description

Location: Saffron Walden (CB11) Job Type: Permanent Hours: 9.00am - 5.30pm Monday - Friday Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 35899

We are seeking an Additive Manufacturing and Prototyping Technician / Specialist to join our Saffron Walden based client. You will support rapid prototyping, fabrication and small-batch production for engineering and R&D teams, working on components for advanced sensing, robotics and AI-enabled systems. This role is open to both junior and experienced specialists. You will work closely with engineering and R&D teams, influencing and expanding in-house fabrication and AM capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain 3D printers (FDM, SLA, SLS), including slicing, setup, monitoring and post-processing
• Support hands-on prototyping and fabrication using workshop tools; assist with simple machining (CNC a plus)
• Produce jigs, fixtures, enclosure, and test hardware; assemble prototype systems
• Make basic CAD edits and prepare models for print; advise on DFAM
• Inspect parts, maintain an organised workshop and improve workflows
• Senior candidates may lead AM strategy, train others and support advanced materials/process research

Requirements

• Experience with 3D printers and slicing software
• Basic CAD skills and strong hands‑on workshop ability
• Good mechanical understanding, organisation and attention to detail
• Desirable: professional AM/prototyping experience, advanced materials, CNC/laser experience, test jig building, DFAM knowledge, printer repair, electronics familiarity, robotics/hardware background

Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below