Studio Technician - Digital Fabrication/ 3D Print Lab

Job Description: The 3D Print Lab Studio Technician will work as part of the Art and Design studio staff to manage the facilities in Arcadia University's Digital Fabrication Lab. This position will help oversee all lab activities within the digital fabrication studio to ensure safe operation of equipment and tools, guiding students in digital fabrication-related skills and techniques.

The studio technician will foster a positive learning environment through patience, excellent communication skills and expertise in making techniques related to digital fabrication.

Location: Glenside

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

Duties include, but not limited to

• Operation of all fabrication equipment, including 3D Printers, Laser cutters, CnC, and all post-processing equipment.
• Maintenance and repair (in house or though vendor support) all fabrication equipment.
• Maintain all materials inventory and track studio and student expenses.
• Work with students and faculty to ensure printability of all files and assist with necessary changes.
• Create and manage print queue of jobs to be fabricated and materials handling between jobs.
• Train and supervise student workers.

Marginal Function

• Assist students/faculty with all aspects of equipment use and answer questions regarding software.
• Creation of sample work and assisting faculty members in the development of digital models

Qualifications

• BFA or similar experience working in 3D Digital Fabrication Lab.
• Working knowledge of all modeling software, including but not limited to:
• Rhino7
• ZBrush
• Illustrator and Photoshop
• Working knowledge of all fabrication equipment, including:
• 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:
• 3D Systems Projet
• Stratasys Uprint
• Formlabs: Form3+
• Epilogue Laser Engraver, Boss Laser
• CNC Mill
• Artec Scanner

Notes: Start date - Spring semester, January 12, 2026

Application Instructions

• Applications must be submitted online through Arcadia's Human Resources portal to receive full consideration. Please do not email application materials to the hiring manager. Due to the volume of applications received, communication will generally be limited to candidates selected for additional consideration.
• Application review will begin immediately. Posting will be removed from the website once we've established a sufficient talent pool for consideration.

Arcadia University is a top-ranked private University in Greater Philadelphia that provides a values-based, authentic educational experience by placing students at the center. The Institute of International Education has consistently ranked Arcadia first in the nation for study abroad, and the Princeton Review has ranked Arcadia among the "Best in the Northeast" for 10 consecutive years. The University's graduate programs in Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, Education, and Public Health are nationally ranked in their respective categories by U.S. News & World Report, which cites Arcadia for being among the top study abroad programs and a top performer for social mobility. Arcadia is home to a close-knit and welcoming community that supports students throughout their journey. Arcadia's quality academic programs, unique approach to a liberal arts education, and supportive community guide students toward degree completion and career success. Learn more about our vibrant community at www.arcadia.edu.

We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our community. The successful candidate will demonstrate examples of ways they will incorporate our values in their work.

At Arcadia University, our Lived Values are the foundation of our highly regarded, values-based learning community, which reflects the world in which we want to live. As such, Arcadia actively seeks and welcomes candidates who embrace those values. Arcadia prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, age, gender identity, military or military veteran status, disability, family medical or genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. All offers of employment are conditional based on the successful completion of a background check. Employment may not begin until the University accepts the results of the background check.

Arcadia offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, generous tuition benefits for employees and their families, retirement benefits, health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Position Code:AC216A