Mechanical Tech: CAD, 3D Printing, Flexible Hours

Vision Point Systems; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) matching

Training & development

Flexible hours

Travel opportunities

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Vision Point Systems, Inc. is seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineering Technician to join our Philadelphia, PA team onsite. This entry-level role offers hands-on design, fabrication, and testing of tooling, fixtures, and molds for research and prototype development.

The position blends CAD work, additive manufacturing, and laboratory support, with opportunities to grow from entry level to 3 years of experience in a dynamic engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Mechanical/Structural Engineering Technology or related field.
• Entry level to three years in mechanical engineering, manufacturing, or engineering support roles.
• Experience creating 2D drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Basic understanding of mechanical drawings, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Familiarity with additive manufacturing processes.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to design, build, troubleshoot, and assemble components.
• Comfortable working with hand and power tools.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb and 100 lb with assistance.
• Must be able to obtain DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify 2D drawings and 3D CAD models for tooling, fixtures, molds, and projects.
• Design, build, and refine custom fill molds using additive manufacturing (FDM).
• Prepare CAD files for manufacturing, export print-ready models and drawings.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot small- and large-format 3D printers.
• Understand additive manufacturing concepts including materials, orientation, support, and post-processing.
• Assemble, modify, and test mechanical components and prototypes.
• Assist engineers with prototype development, testing, data collection, and documentation.
• Perform basic shop tasks: drilling, cutting, tapping, light machining, sanding, assembly.
• Maintain engineering documentation, drawings, and revision control.
• Support lab setup, maintenance, calibration, and organization.
• Procure materials and manage printing material inventory.
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on fabrication

Documentation

Data collection

Safety consciousness

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical/ Structural Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Additive Manufacturing Technology, or related

Tools

SolidWorks

Autodesk Inventor

Fusion 360

AutoCAD

3D printers

Job description

Vision Point Systems, Inc. is seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineering Technician to join our Philadelphia, PA team onsite. This entry-level role offers hands-on design, fabrication, and testing of tooling, fixtures, and molds for research and prototype development.

The position blends CAD work, additive manufacturing, and laboratory support, with opportunities to grow from entry level to 3 years of experience in a dynamic engineering environment.