Prototype Lab Additive Manufacturing & Assembly Technician

ChipAdd Corp.; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary plus benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

ChipAdd Corp. in Binghamton, NY, is seeking an Additive Manufacturing & Assembly Technician to set up, operate and maintain metal 3D printing systems and assemble cooling parts for silicon packages and boards.

You’ll work closely with engineers on experiments, perform post-processing, and ensure strict quality and safety practices. The role requires hands-on manufacturing experience, reading engineering drawings, and using precision tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; associate degree or technical certificate in manufacturing, mechatronics, electronics or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, electronics assembly, machining, 3D printing or lab environment.
• Comfortable reading engineering drawings, work instructions and assembly documentation.
• Experience with precision hand tools and measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, microscopes).
• Excellent attention to detail and a steady hand.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Comfortable following safety protocols, including PPE and safe handling of metal powders and chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and maintain metal additive manufacturing equipment, including build prep, powder or feedstock handling, part removal and post-processing.
• Assemble pre-production cooling parts onto silicon, packages and boards using bonding, dispensing, soldering and fastening processes.
• Run pick-and-place, reflow and other assembly equipment as our pilot line comes online.
• Inspect parts using microscopes, gauges, CMM and leak testers, and record measurements accurately.
• Follow SOPs and work instructions to the letter, and suggest improvements when you see a better way.
• Keep build logs, travelers and traceability records clean and complete.
• Help package and ship customer samples.
• Keep the lab clean, safe and organized (5S is a lifestyle).
• Work closely with engineers on experiments, first builds and troubleshooting.

Skills

Additive manufacturing experience

Electronics assembly

Reading engineering drawings

Precision measurement tools

3D printing experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical certificate (manufacturing/mechatronics/electronics)

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Microscopes

Job description

ChipAdd Corp. in Binghamton, NY, is seeking an Additive Manufacturing & Assembly Technician to set up, operate and maintain metal 3D printing systems and assemble cooling parts for silicon packages and boards.

You’ll work closely with engineers on experiments, perform post-processing, and ensure strict quality and safety practices. The role requires hands-on manufacturing experience, reading engineering drawings, and using precision tools.