3D Application Engineer

SKYLAB3D; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SKYLAB3D is seeking a hands-on 3D Application Engineer to lead client evaluations, deliver live scanner benchmarking, and guide post-purchase workflows. You will be the technical domain expert for optical and laser 3D scanning systems, collaborating with clients across aerospace, automotive, medical/O&P, and industrial sectors.

You will perform bench tests, demonstrations, and provide training on CAD workflows and metrology applications, with a focus on FAI and rapid model generation.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience operating portable/handheld 3D scanners or CMM equipment.
• Proficiency in CAD software and mesh/point-cloud processing tools.
• Strong communication and customer-facing problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead client technical evaluations and live scanner benchmarking.
• Perform bench tests, scan-to-CAD reconstructions, and dimensional inspection reports.
• Deliver live online and onsite demonstrations for metrology and portable scanner lines.
• Provide application guidance for medical/orthotics capture, FAI, and parametric CAD modeling.
• Deliver training sessions and ongoing application support for deployed systems.

Skills

Hands-on scanning

Scanner bench testing

CAD modeling

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Fusion 360

Mesh / point-cloud processing tools

CMM equipment

Job description

SKYLAB3D delivers end-to-end 3D scanning and reverse engineering solutions across aerospace, automotive, medical/O&P, and industrial manufacturing industries.

Role Summary:

We are looking for a hands-on 3D Application Engineer to lead client technical evaluations, deliver live scanner benchmarking, and provide post-purchase workflow guidance. You will act as the technical domain expert for optical and laser 3D scanning systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform bench tests, scan-to-CAD reconstructions, and dimensional inspection reports on client-supplied sample parts.
• Lead live online and onsite technical demonstrations for metrology and portable scanner lines.
• Provide application guidance for medical/orthotics capture, First Article Inspection (FAI), and parametric CAD modeling.
• Deliver training sessions and ongoing application support for newly deployed systems.

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• Hands-on experience operating portable/handheld 3D scanners or CMM equipment.
• Proficiency in CAD software (example: SolidWorks, Inventor, Fusion 360) and mesh/point-cloud processing tools.
• Strong communication skills and enthusiasm for customer-facing problem-solving.