Prototype Fabrication Technician – 3D Printing

GWIA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

GWIA PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking a hands-on 3D Prototyping Technician to join our R&D team. This role focuses on prototyping and maker tasks, turning CAD designs into high-quality physical prototypes and iterating them quickly for evaluation.

You will work with designers and engineers to produce samples, operate 3D printers, prepare CAD/STL files, and manage multiple prints while maintaining safety and efficiency in a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on prototyping ability across materials and techniques.
• Experience with 3D printing technologies (FDM, SLA) and post-processing.
• Setting up, operating and troubleshooting 3D printers.
• Slicing software and preparing files for printing.
• Knowledge of Rhino, SolidWorks, Fusion 360 or similar CAD tools.
• Basic CAD editing and modification skills.
• Model making, fabrication and assembly experience.
• Prototype finishing including cleaning, sanding, painting and labeling.
• Familiarity with laser cutting or other digital fabrication equipment.
• Experience working in a makerspace, FabLab or product development lab is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot 3D printers and prototyping equipment.
• Prepare and optimise CAD/STL files for 3D printing, including print orientation, supports, slicing and efficient job setup.
• Plan and manage multiple 3D printing jobs to meet project timelines.
• Translate CAD designs into physical prototypes and samples for evaluation.
• Review completed prints and adjust to improve quality.
• Carry out basic CAD modifications for prototyping needs.
• Prototype finishing including cleaning, sanding, filling, painting, assembly and labeling.
• Build rough mock-ups using foam, board, plastics and other materials.
• Use workshop tools and digital fabrication equipment like laser cutters.
• Experiment with materials and fabrication techniques to achieve required prototype quality.

Skills

Hands-on prototyping

Education

Diploma or NITEC/Higher NITEC in Mechanical Engineering

Mechatronics

Product or Industrial Design

Additive Manufacturing

Digital Fabrication

Tools

3D printing

Rhino

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

CAD editing

Slicing software

Laser cutting

Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop

Job description

GWIA PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking a hands-on 3D Prototyping Technician to join our R&D team. This role focuses on prototyping and maker tasks, turning CAD designs into high-quality physical prototypes and iterating them quickly for evaluation.

You will work with designers and engineers to produce samples, operate 3D printers, prepare CAD/STL files, and manage multiple prints while maintaining safety and efficiency in a fast-paced lab environment.