3D Fabrication Manager

University of Pennsylvania

About The Position

The University of Pennsylvania’s Holman Biotech Commons (HBC) seeks a creative and talented 3D Fabrication Manager to lead our 3D modeling, design, and printing services. This position, reporting to the HBC Director, offers cutting-edge 3D fabrication services to the Penn community to advance innovation in support of teaching, learning, research, and clinical practice at the University. Current fabrication services include 3D printing and laser cutting –and a peer position oversees a separate poster printing service. The 3D fabrication manager offers 3D modeling & fabrication consultations and workshops at the Bollinger Digital Fabrication Lab (which is located within the HBC); manages the day-to-day operations of the lab; sets policies and recommends expanded services; hires, trains, and supervises part-time staff (student workers); and ensures the equipment’s smooth operation by implementing troubleshooting and maintenance. The 3D fabrication manager monitors trends in fabrication software and hardware. The 3D fabrication manager collaborates with colleagues across the Penn Libraries and the University who share interest and responsibilities related to 3D visualization and fabrication technologies and services.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts and 2 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
In-depth knowledge of CAD, 3D modeling/design software and Adobe Creative Suite.
2+ years experience in operating and maintaining at least two of the following types of commercial or consumer level 3D printers: Stereolithography (SLA), Digital Light Processing (DLP), Fused deposition modeling (FDM), polyjet, selective laser sintering (SLS), Powder/binder-based, etc.
Related experience with the repair and maintenance of 3D printers using vendor service contracts.
Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented documentation skills to track 3D printer usage.
This position includes the manipulation of 3D printed parts and the inventory of materials to support 3D printed materials.
Candidates must be able to carry out physical requirements of lifting and carrying up to 30lbs, loading and unloading 3D printer trays, as well as clean 3D printed parts.
Comfortable providing design consultations and workshops.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Experience supervising others, operating laser cutters, and machine shop skills.

Responsibilities

Set policies and recommend expanded 3D printing services to strategically align with University priorities.
Update or innovate workflows for fabrication processes as needed.
Hire, train, and supervise student workers to process patron fabrication requests.
Create and update training documentation.
Process fabrication requests including reviewing files, validating printability, communicating with patrons, post processing of 3D printed or laser-cut parts.
Maintain inventory.
Monitor equipment performance and maintenance schedules.
Troubleshoot equipment and/or coordinate manufacturer’s repairs.
Provide consultations in 3D modeling and digital fabrication techniques for faculty, students, researchers, and clinicians at the Holman Biotech. Commons.
Teach workshops on fabrication techniques for the wider University community.
Track all services rendered and prepare reports for administrative staff; contribute stories of notable projects for strategic communications channels.
Collaborate with colleagues across the Penn Libraries and the University who share interest and responsibilities related to digital fabrication technologies and services.
Monitor trends in 3D design & fabrication, software and hardware, to execute changes in the services provided.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare.
You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.