Precision 3D Printing & CAD Prototyping Expert

Resicum International, LLC; Elberta (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Resicum International, LLC is seeking an experienced 3D Printing & CAD Design Specialist to support prototyping, additive manufacturing, and product development.

The ideal candidate will transform concepts and measurements into accurate 3D models and functional prototypes, manage CAD files for production, and operate professional 3D printing systems across complex geometries and tight tolerances. Collaboration with engineers and program managers is essential.

Qualifications

• Professional experience with 3D printing / additive manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to create and modify 3D CAD models.
• Hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting 3D printers.
• Ability to prepare CAD files for additive manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of additive manufacturing processes, materials, tolerances, and print parameters.
• Ability to design functional components rather than solely producing basic or decorative prints.
• Ability to work from concepts, sketches, drawings, measurements, photographs, or existing components.
• Understanding of how CAD design decisions affect printability, strength, weight, fit, and functionality.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and develop detailed 3D CAD models for components, prototypes, fixtures, tooling, and other applications.
• Convert concepts, sketches, measurements, photographs, existing components into functional 3D designs.
• Prepare CAD models and manufacturing files for additive manufacturing.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot professional-grade 3D printing equipment.
• Select appropriate printing technologies, materials, and print parameters based on project requirements.
• Produce functional prototypes and precision components with accurate dimensions and fit.
• Develop components with complex geometries, lightweight structures, and specialized design characteristics.
• Optimize designs to improve strength, weight, fit, functionality, printability, and performance.
• Conduct iterative prototyping and design development based on testing and evaluation.
• Troubleshoot print failures, dimensional issues, material problems, and other manufacturing challenges.
• Evaluate completed components for dimensional accuracy, finish, and functionality.
• Perform basic dimensional inspection and verification using measurement tools.
• Maintain organized CAD files, print files, and documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, program managers, and other project team members.
• Research and evaluate new additive manufacturing technologies, materials, and processes.

Skills

3D printing

CAD design

Rapid prototyping

Troubleshooting

Dimensional inspection

Independent work

Education

Technical degree or CAD/AM certification

Tools

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

AutoCAD

Siemens NX

CATIA

Onshape

Other CAD software

Job description

Resicum International, LLC is seeking an experienced 3D Printing & CAD Design Specialist to support prototyping, additive manufacturing, and product development.

The ideal candidate will transform concepts and measurements into accurate 3D models and functional prototypes, manage CAD files for production, and operate professional 3D printing systems across complex geometries and tight tolerances. Collaboration with engineers and program managers is essential.