(Casual Hire) 3D Automation Technician

University of Hawaii•Honolulu, HI

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawai’i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative professional and technical (APT) or Instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular BOR and Civil Service employees such as paid leave and holidays. Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees and up to one calendar year for part-time employees.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (or in progress) in mechanical, electrical, biomedical, or related engineering discipline.
Hands-on experience with 3D printing (FDM and/or resin), including basic troubleshooting.
Proficiency with at least one CAD package for parametric modeling.
Basic programming experience (Python, C/C++, or equivalent) for microcontroller or automation scripting.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and communicate clearly with researchers.

Nice To Haves

Experience designing custom laboratory automation systems (e.g., motorized stages, liquid handling, sensor integration).
Familiarity with electronics prototyping, soldering, PCB design, or wiring of motors, relays, and sensors.
Experience with version control (Git) and technical documentation.
Prior work in a research lab environment.

Responsibilities

Support laboratory experiments by developing, building, and maintaining custom automation systems and 3D-printed components.
Operate and maintain FDM and resin 3D printers, including slicing, calibration, troubleshooting, and post-processing of printed parts.
Design and fabricate custom fixtures, enclosures, and mechanical components using CAD software (e.g., Fusion 360, SolidWorks, or OnShape).
Assist researchers in integrating microcontrollers (Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32) and basic sensors/actuators into experimental setups.
Document designs, build processes, and standard operating procedures for lab equipment and automation workflows.
Collaborate with faculty, graduate students, and undergraduate researchers to translate experimental requirements into working hardware solutions.
Maintain inventory of 3D printing materials, electronic components, and lab supplies.
Keep lab equipment in working order, perform routine maintenance, and recommend repairs or upgrades as needed.
Follow lab safety protocols and help ensure a safe, organized workspace.
Train lab members on basic use of 3D printers and automation tools as needed.