Handbag Hardware CAD Prototyping Specialist

The Sample Room; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Sample Room in New York is seeking a Handbag Hardware CAD & Prototyping Specialist to own CAD modeling of handbag components, lead hands-on 3D printing and laser cutting support, and iterate designs in a fast-paced studio.

You will collaborate with the design team to balance aesthetics and manufacturability, maintain production-ready spec sheets, and ensure clean workflow with careful attention to detail and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Must-have Rhino CAD modeling with clean, design-driven workflows.
• Hands-on SLA 3D printing workflow (orientation, supports, post-processing).
• Comfort working in a workshop environment: finishing, tool use, and organization.
• Clear communication, reliable follow-through, and ability to own tasks end-to-end.

Responsibilities

• Model handbag hardware components to spec using Rhino.
• 3D Printing & finishing of hardware: print, wash, cure, post-process.
• Create and repair print-ready meshes; select materials and orientations.
• Design development: test functionality and iterate quickly to balance aesthetics and manufacturability.
• Maintain shop operations: organize tools, archive samples, track consumables.

Skills

Rhino CAD modelling

SLA 3D printing workflow

Clear communication

Owns tasks end-to-end

Tools

Rhino CAD

SLA printing

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Handbag Hardware CAD & Prototyping Specialist (Rhino / 3D Printing / Laser)

Role Summary

Handbag design and development studio seeking a creative, technically skilled team member to support hardware design and development. You’ll own CAD modeling of handbag components, hands-on 3D printing and finishing, and laser cutting support. The right candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, maintains strong attention to detail, and collaborates well on a team.

Responsibilities

• Hardware & Handbag Design Development
• Receive and review hardware specifications, identify missing details, and provide estimated completion dates
• Create clear, production ready spec sheets for completed models (drawings, dimensions, notes)
• Model handbag hardware components to spec using Rhino
• Design additional features as needed for application and functional requirements
• Communicate clearly and early when issues or delays arise
• 3D Printing & Finishing of Hardware
• Create and repair print-ready meshes
• Select print materials and orientation based on requirements; place supports for SLA printing
• Batch, print, wash, and cure components
• Remove supports; sand, finish, and paint prototypes as required
• Apply hardware to panels, bags, and SLGs for fit and appearance checks per company standards
• Design Development
• Test functionality and make edits quickly; comfortable with multiple iterations per day
• Balance aesthetic goals with functional demands and manufacturability
• HW Team Operations
• Organize and archive unused samples; create duplicates for the business portfolio as needed
• Track and inventory consumables as used or weekly
• Maintain clean workstations and tool organization
• Monitor machine and tool health; flag issues early
• Shop Operations
• Assist with machine troubleshooting as needed
• Develop tools, patterns, jigs, and fixtures for sample makers using available fabrication methods (3D printing, laser cutting, and woodshop tools)
• Support business initiatives during downtime; propose improved organizational tools and workflows
• Research 3D printing materials/technologies and propose new material applications

Qualifications

• Must-have
• Strong Rhino CAD modeling skills (clean, organized, design-driven modeling; revision speed matters)
• Hands-on SLA 3D printing workflow (orientation/supports, post-processing)
• Comfort working in a workshop environment: finishing, tool use, cleanliness/organization
• Clear communication, reliable follow-through, and ability to own tasks end-to-end
• Nice-to-have
• Experience with handbag hardware, small parts, or fashion/accessory product development
• Laser cutting experience (setup, material handling, fast iteration)
• Familiarity with mesh prep/repair and exporting for print

Work Style

• Fast-paced, iterative prototyping environment
• High attention to detail with practical decision-making (function and aesthetics)
• Team-first mindset with independent execution