CNC Fabrication Lab Technician II

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern California’s School of Architecture seeks a Digital Fabrication Technician II to oversee the day‑to‑day CNC fabrication lab operations in Los Angeles. You will consult with students, prepare CNC files, and program, set up and run 3-axis and multi‑axis CNC equipment, ensuring manufacturability and timely project completion.

You will maintain equipment, support coursework and special projects, and assist Laser Cutting and 3D Printing labs as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience independently programming, setting up and operating CNC milling/routing equipment.
• Demonstrated experience with multi-axis CNC Routers (Haas or comparable preferred).
• Proficient with Rhino and Mastercam, or comparable CAD/CAM software.
• Experience translating digital design models into successful CNC fabrication workflows.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot CNC machining, tooling, fixturing and programming issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operation of the CNC fabrication lab.
• Serve as the primary operator for all CNC equipment.
• Consult with students to review project goals, materials, fabrication methods and production schedules.
• Evaluate Rhino models and digital files for CNC manufacturability and recommend modifications when needed.
• Independently program, set up and operate the CNC equipment using Mastercam and Rhino.
• Determine appropriate tooling, fixturing methods, and order of operations for student projects.
• Coordinate fabrication schedules and prioritize projects to meet academic deadlines while managing multiple concurrent fabrication requests.
• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and routine servicing of CNC equipment.
• Support lab improvement projects through fabrication, assembly and installation.
• Maintain tool library, consumable inventory, and shop documentation.
• Assist Laser Cutting and 3D Printing operations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

CNC programming

CNC milling

Rhino

Mastercam

CAD/CAM

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Haas CNC

KUKA robots

3-axis CNC router

Job description

The University of Southern California’s School of Architecture seeks a Digital Fabrication Technician II to oversee the day‑to‑day CNC fabrication lab operations in Los Angeles. You will consult with students, prepare CNC files, and program, set up and run 3-axis and multi‑axis CNC equipment, ensuring manufacturability and timely project completion.

You will maintain equipment, support coursework and special projects, and assist Laser Cutting and 3D Printing labs as needed.