3D Printing Operations Engineer

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  • Espoo, Helsinki
  • Sopimus
  • Täyspäiväinen
  • 24 päivää sitten
Aalto Design Factory is a pioneering hub for product development education, research and practice. Together with our stakeholders, we explore novel formats and insights on development collaboration and interdisciplinary education for innovation. Located in Espoo, Finland, we are part of Aalto University and the Design Factory Global Network.3D PRINTING OPERATIONS ENGINEER AT THE AALTO UNIVERSITY DESIGN FACTORYYour Role and GoalsWe are seeking a skilled and proactive Operations Engineer to our 3D printing and laser cutting workshop and its student coaching and teaching activities at Aalto Design Factory. This expert role requires strong hands-on fabrication skills, deep knowledge of manufacturing technologies, and enthusiasm for guiding others in prototyping and design for manufacturability. You will run the Design Factory Printshop, supporting and training students and staff, managing day-to-day activities, and developing services, tools, and materials to meet community needs. Maintaining safe, functional, and inspiring working conditions is a central responsibility.Aalto Design Factory (ADF) is now looking for an Operations Engineer for our Design Factory PrintShop and related prototyping facilities for a fulltime 2-year fixed-term contract.Key Responsibilities
  • Student-facing support and coaching for the broad student community who use and need the Printshop support for prototyping their course work, theses and other project
  • Operate and maintain 3D printers and laser cutters, oversee related tools, and ensure workshop services run smoothly.
  • Act as the senior staff member for the Printshop, coordinating and training staff (including Teaching Assistants), and advising the broader Aalto community in prototyping and manufacturing methods.
  • Provide expert guidance in Computer-Aided Design (CAD), helping users troubleshoot file preparation, printer settings, and post-processing of finished parts.
  • Collaborate with teaching staff to integrate workshop technologies into coursework and hands-on learning experiences.
  • Develop Design Factory services, inventory, and protocols to advance Aalto DF’s additive manufacturing capabilities.
  • Ensure a safe, organized, and well-maintained workshop environment in the DF labs, including stock management and upkeep of tools.
  • Communicate the workshop’s expertise to users, facilitate lectures or workshops, and present best practices for using Printshop technologies.
  • Participate in Design Factory joint operations and development, collaborating with workshop staff, teachers, researchers and other stakeholders
Your Experience and Skills
  • Expertise in additive manufacturing (FDM and SLS 3D printing), laser cutting, and a wide range of prototyping and fabrication tools. Expertise in digital prototyping, AR, VR and AI are considered a benefit, as we are looking to develop our prototyping support further in these areas.
  • Proven experience supporting and training others - especially within educational or multidisciplinary settings. Experience in interacting with students - listening, advising, encouraging, and assisting them is considered a benefit.
  • Strong background in CAD software and translating user needs into manufacturable designs.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to supervise team members and coordinate workshop activities.
  • Willingness, readiness, and ability to continuously learn new skills and the capacity to proactively identify opportunities for improvement in workshop services, workflows, and facilities.
  • An academic background or extensive practical experience in an artisanal, engineering, or creative technical field.
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English, with fluency in Finnish and Swedish considered a benefit
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field
What We Offer
  • An impactful role where you shape the future of prototyping and manufacturing at Aalto DF.
  • A collaborative, innovative, and international community that values professional growth, creativity, and the exchange of ideas.
  • Opportunities for continuous learning, skill development, and participation in leading-edge education and research projects.
  • Competitive salary and benefits, including occupational health care and sports programs.
  • Flexible, modern working culture supporting a healthy work-life balance.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment that empowers all members of our team to thrive. The Design Factory is a diverse and close-knit community of experts from different disciplines, ranging from engineering, business and design to educational scientists and organizational scholars. Driven by passion for innovation and creativity, many employees come from multidisciplinary and multi-career backgrounds, combining capabilities in several different fields. Our unit has approximately 30 employees from around the world, and our working language is English. We offer pioneering education annually to over a thousand Aalto students across different disciplines.As an employer, Aalto University offers excellent learning and professional development opportunities, along with a range of employee benefits, including occupational health care services and diverse sports benefits. The Otaniemi campus is a thriving and connected community of 100 nationalities, 13,000 students and 4,500 employees. Life on campus is vibrant and filled with beautiful architecture, calming nature, and a variety of services and good connections along the metro line.Salary is based on university salary system, depending on experience (range 3300 € - 3400 €/ month).Ready to join us?Please submit a free format one-to-two-page cover letter for your application, your CV and a few selected relevant examples or a small portfolio of your previous projects by 19.4.2026 at 23:59 Finnish time (UTC +2). We may invite suitable candidates to interview and visit at the Design Factory already during the application period.Please note: Aalto University’s employees and visitors should apply for the position via our internal HR system Workday (Internal Jobs) by using their existing Workday user account (not via the external webpage for open positions). Aalto University’s students and visitors should apply as external candidates with personal (not aalto) email.Aalto University reserves the right to leave the position open, extend the application period, and reopen the application process.For more InformationFor further inquiries about the position, please contact .For recruitment system questions, please contact our HR Partner at .ABOUT AALTO UNIVERSITYAalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 13,000 students, 400 professors and close to 4,500 other faculty and staff working on our dynamic campus in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. We actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community.The School of Engineering drives science and innovation in industrial and built environment technologies. We are committed to educating a new generation of experts who combine technical excellence with a deep understanding of sustainable development in shaping societies. Our research focuses on sustainable built environment, mechanics and materials, multidisciplinary energy technology, and design and implementation of technical systems. The strength of our school lies in close collaboration with stakeholders across research and education. About 45 doctoral candidates and 350 master’s students graduate from the school every year. The school is home to 700 staff members, including 70 professors. To learn more, please visit eng.aalto.fi.More about Aalto University:To view information about Workday Accessibility, please click .Please see more of our Open Positions

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