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Research Technician, Digital Fabrication Studios

Baltimore, MD · Part-time

Sponsorship not specified$20k-$25kDetected 11 days ago

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About the role

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General purpose: The Digital Fabrication Research Technician assists with the day-to-day operation of MICA's Digital Fabrication Studios located in the Mt.
Research Technicians are also encouraged to pursue individual creative research using studio resources outside scheduled work hours, in accordance with studio policies and availability.

Assist with the daily operation of the Digital Fabrication Studios in the Mt. Royal Station Building and Dolphin Design Center.
Provide technical and instructional support to students by assisting with CAD modeling, digital file preparation, fabrication workflows, and the operation of digital fabrication equipment including laser cutters, CNC routers, 3D printers, and 3D scanning technologies.
Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot studio equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and effective operation.
Contribute to the development of studio documentation, tutorials, workflows, and research that support Digital Fabrication Studio operations and instruction.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Royal Station Building and Dolphin Design Center.
The position supports instruction, supervised student access, equipment maintenance, creative and technical research, and the safe operation of digital fabrication technologies.
Support undergraduate and graduate instruction, supervised student homework access, and open studio hours.

Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Industrial Design, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
1+ years of experience using Rhino or comparable CAD software.
1+ years of experience preparing files for digital fabrication workflows.
1+ years of experience operating laser cutters, CNC routers, and 3D printers.
Required to work evenings and weekends
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of the job, the noise level in the work environment is usually minimal. but ear protection may be required at times.
Practical experience with digital fabrication technologies and workflows, including laser cutting, CNC routing, additive manufacturing (3D printing), and 3D scanning.
Practical working experience with woodworking processes and techniques.
While performing the duties of job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear.

Advanced experience with Rhino, RhinoCAM, and Grasshopper.
2+ years of experience operating and maintaining laser cutters, CNC routers, and 3D printers in a studio or makerspace environment.
Experience operating and maintaining Universal Laser Systems, Prusa and Formlabs 3D printers, CNC routers, and related digital fabrication equipment.
Experience with 3D scanning and photogrammetry.
Demonstrated interest in fabrication research, prototyping, process development, or creative experimentation.
Knowledge of electronics and experience working with microcontrollers.
Reporting to this position:
No direct reports

Serve as an educational resource by assisting students with digital design, CAD/CAM workflows, file preparation, fabrication processes, and troubleshooting.
Maintain safe operation of studio equipment and enforce studio policies and Environmental Health & Safety procedures.
Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Maintain Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) compliance by conducting required training, maintaining documentation, enforcing studio policies, modeling safe practices, and promoting a safe working environment.
Assist with supervising student homework access and open studio hours, provide guidance to student employees, and help foster a welcoming, inclusive, and educational studio environment.
Where a candidate falls within this range is based on years of experience above and beyond the minimum requirements and internal equity.

At MICA, we empower our employees to use their talent in a variety of ways.
We are pleased that you are interested in career opportunities offered at MICA.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 410-225-2363.

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