Prototype Engineer – 3D Printing & Lab Ops

Halodi Robotics; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

FSA/HSA options

Commuter benefits

EAP

Snacks and catered lunches

Job summary

1X in San Carlos, CA is seeking a hands-on Lab Prototyping Specialist to own and run the 3D printing lab. You will be the first point of contact for engineers, manage printing requests, and provide end-to-end prototyping support from file prep to part handover.

Ideal candidates bring 3D printing and prototyping experience, CAD-driven workflow skills, and a passion for maintaining a clean, ready-to-use lab with strong safety practices. Equity is included.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with 3D printing and prototyping.
• Proficiency in print preparation, printer operation, troubleshooting, and post-processing.
• Ability to work from CAD files and engineering drawings.
• Comfortable using common workshop tools and supporting engineers with practical prototyping tasks.
• Experience keeping a shared lab or workshop organized, stocked, and ready to use.
• Working knowledge of safe lab practices, equipment care, and material handling.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for engineers using the lab, understand what they need, and coordinate printing requests and hands-on prototyping support
• Deliver 3D printing support start to finish, from file preparation and printing through post-processing and part handover
• Set and maintain an exceptional standard for the space. Workbenches are spotless, tools have a home, and equipment is ready to use
• Own the lab: stock, ordering, tooling, maintenance, organization, and safe working practices. Anticipate engineers' needs and close gaps in tools, materials, and prototyping capabilities

Skills

3D printing

Prototyping

CAD file processing

Lab organization

Safety practices

Printer troubleshooting

Hands-on hardware

Tools

3D printers

MJF printing

Job description

1X in San Carlos, CA is seeking a hands-on Lab Prototyping Specialist to own and run the 3D printing lab. You will be the first point of contact for engineers, manage printing requests, and provide end-to-end prototyping support from file prep to part handover.

Ideal candidates bring 3D printing and prototyping experience, CAD-driven workflow skills, and a passion for maintaining a clean, ready-to-use lab with strong safety practices. Equity is included.