Printer Build and Repair Technician

Fabric8Labs; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

401(k)

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Fabric8Labs, based in San Diego, CA, seeks a Printer Build and Repair Technician for its Carlsbad site to repair and upgrade ECAM printers. Onboarding occurs at the San Diego location through early 2027.

The role focuses on electrochemical additive manufacturing technology, requiring hands-on repair, calibration, and collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure product quality and uptime.

Qualifications

• Troubleshooting motors, encoders, cabling, electronics and SW/FW in industrial machines.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, torque tools and mechanical measurement instruments.
• Able to use DVM for continuity checks and testing.
• Ability to follow written instructions, travellers/routers and interpret drawings/wiring diagrams.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal oversight.

Responsibilities

• Perform electro-mechanical repair and upgrades of ECAM printer systems and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, fluid, pneumatic and motion control system issues.
• Diagnose failures, identify root causes and propose improvements.
• Conduct mechanical alignment, calibration and fit checks to ensure system integrity.
• Document repair, upgrade and equipment issues.
• Work closely with engineering and manufacturing.
• Follow safety procedures including LOTO, chemical handling and PPE requirements.
• Keep repair area clean and organized.

Skills

Troubleshooting motors encoders cabli

Hand tools power tools torque tools

Mechanical troubleshooting skills

DVM continuity testing

Follow wiring diagrams drawings

Self-motivated with minimal oversight

Communication teamwork

Multi-tasking adaptability

Tools

Calipers

Height gauge

Torque tools

Job description

Printer Build and Repair Technician

Fabric8Labs

Carlsbad, CA 92010

Pay

• $23 - $35 an hour

Job type

• Full-time

Shift and schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Overtime

Benefits

• Parental leave
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance

Full job description

Fabric8Labs, headquartered in sunny San Diego, CA, is revolutionizing advanced manufacturing with next-generation 3D printing technology. We're looking for a Printer Build and Repair Technician to support the Printer Build team as we scale our patented Electrochemical Additive Manufacturing (ECAM) production at our new site in Carlsbad, CA. This role is for the Carlsbad location, however, onboarding and training for this role will be at our San Diego location from start date until early 2027.

ECAM uses precise, room-temperature metal deposition to unlock geometries and applications that conventional metal AM can't reach. Since announcing our agreement to be acquired by TDK Corporation, we're rapidly expanding our team to advance this disruptive technology across a wide range of electronics components—including data center infrastructure, wireless communications, and power electronics.

As a Repair Technician, you'll be a crucial part of the team, responsible for the repair and upgrade of the ECAM printer.

If you're excited to help shape the future of manufacturing alongside a growing team, come join us. We thrive on collaborative problem-solving and are eager to bring in diverse minds and perspectives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform electro-mechanical repair and upgrades of ECAM printer systems and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, fluid, pneumatic and motion control system issues.
• Diagnose failures finding root causes and proposing solutions to processes and design improvements.
• Conduct mechanical alignment, calibration and fit checks to ensure system integrity.
• Document repair, upgrade and equipment issues.
• Work closely with engineering and manufacturing.
• Conduct mechanical alignment, calibration and fit checks to ensure system integrity.
• Perform quality self-checks.
• Follow all safety procedures, including LOTO, chemical handling and PPE requirements
• Keep repair area clean and organized.
• Dependable, punctual.

Skills and Experience

• Experience in troubleshooting: motors, encoders, cabling, electronics and SW/FW inside of industrial machines.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, torque tools and mechanical measurement instruments (calipers, height gauge etc.).
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Able to use DVM for continuity checks and testing.
• Ability to follow written instructions, travellers/routers and interpret assembly drawings/wiring diagrams.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal oversight.
• Learn new processes and techniques quickly.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multi task and pivot frequently.
• Ability to handle interruptions.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Electrical systems testing/troubleshooting.
• Experience with pumps, valves, motors, sensors, instrumentation.
• Knowledge of power supplies and data connections.
• Plumbing systems. Bonding PVC.
• Basic soldering experience.
• Understanding of Lean principles.

Why Work at Fabric8Labs

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package, health, dental, and vision plans; 401(k) with employer match; and an unmetered vacation policy.
• We have a collaborative work environment where we work in tight knit teams focused on transforming manufacturing technology.
• Regular catered company events and celebrations, and a fully stocked breakroom!

Other information

• Routinely required to sit; walk; talk; hear; use hands to type, handle, and feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, and stretch. Routinely required to move around the facility.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Able to work overtime with short notice.
• May require travel (domestic and/or international) dependent on business needs, up to 10%
• Specific vision abilities that may be required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Fabric8Labs is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Fabric8Labs prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift, occasional overtime
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• San Diego, CA 92121: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Do you require sponsorship now or in the future?

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Describe your experience with troubleshooting, repair, upgrades. (What kind of assemblies/machines? What did you do?)
• This role is for the Carlsbad location, however, onboarding and training for this role will be at our San Diego location from start date until early 2027. Will you be able to reliably commute to our San Diego and Carlsbad locations?

Work Location: In person