Polymer 3D Printing Technician - Prototyping & Production

Cambridge Aerospace; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Private medical & dental

Cycle to work

Job summary

Cambridge Aerospace is seeking a hands-on Additive Manufacturing Technician to join the Manufacturing team at a pivotal growth stage. You will operate and maintain industrial polymer 3D printing systems to support prototyping and production activities.

In this role you will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Production and Quality teams to back build execution, post-processing, and basic inspection while maintaining safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship, NVQ, or college qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Production.
• Or equivalent practical industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate industrial polymer 3D printing equipment.
• Load print files into machine software and prepare builds.
• Prepare materials and printers prior to starting jobs.
• Start, monitor, and manage print jobs in line with production schedules.
• Remove completed builds from machines when printing is complete.
• Carry out post-processing activities including support removal, cleaning, sanding, trimming, and bead blasting.
• Perform basic visual inspections and dimensional checks using simple measuring tools.
• Identify and report defects, machine issues, or process concerns to engineers or supervisors.
• Keep machines, tools, and work areas clean, organised, and safe.
• Carry out routine machine maintenance tasks in line with instructions and procedures.
• Follow all health, safety, quality, and process requirements.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Additive manufacturing basics

Follow work instructions

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Hands-on in production

Education

Apprenticeship/NVQ/College in Engineering or Manufacturing

Tools

Machine control software

Job description

Cambridge Aerospace is seeking a hands-on Additive Manufacturing Technician to join the Manufacturing team at a pivotal growth stage. You will operate and maintain industrial polymer 3D printing systems to support prototyping and production activities.

In this role you will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Production and Quality teams to back build execution, post-processing, and basic inspection while maintaining safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.