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# 3D Printing Prototyping Technician (DfAM Support)

- **Company:** Amsted Manufacturing Usa
- **Location:** Petersburg, VA, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, 3D Printing, 3D Scanning
- **Published:** July 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=df496067950d7fb4

## About the Role

* Successfully pass a pre-employment drug & background screening
 * Regularly stand and move throughout the department for the shift; able to lift, push, and pull 10-50 lbs.
 * Wear employer-provided PPE as required by the department.
 * Mechanical aptitude with prior industrial experience preferred.
 * Background in additive manufacturing and comfort working in a production environment.

## Description

* Produce prototypes, fixtures, tooling, and production-support components using industrial 3D printing technologies.
 * Advise internal customers on DfAM principles to align application needs with the right materials, processes, and build strategies.
 * Own machine readiness end-to-end-setup, changeover, operation, teardown-and drive continuous process improvements.
 * Read and apply 3D CAD models, product/tooling schematics, and GD&T; interpret machine prints accurately.
 * Administer the prototype schedule with minimal oversight; provide timely updates by email, phone, virtual meetings, and in-person touchpoints.
 * Validate parts using CMM inspection and 3D laser scanning; document results in paper and electronic systems.
 * Use machining fundamentals to perform or arrange secondary operations with outside vendors when required.
 * Communicate technical insights and capability needs to peers, leadership, customers, and suppliers.
 * Uphold plant-wide safety, ergonomic, and environmental standards; keep the lab clean, calibrated, and well-maintained.
 * Support other duties as assigned.


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