Location: Saffron Walden (CB11) Job Type: Permanent Hours: 9.00am - 5.30pm Monday - Friday Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 35899 We are seeking an Additive Manufacturing and Prototyping Technician / Specialist to join our Saffron Walden based client. You will support rapid prototyping, fabrication and small-batch production for engineering and RandD teams, working on components for advanced sensing, robotics and AI-enabled systems. This role is open to both junior and experienced specialists. You will work closely with engineering and RandD teams, influencing and expanding in-house fabrication and AM capabilities. Responsibilities - Operate and maintain 3D printers (FDM, SLA, SLS), including slicing, setup, monitoring and post-processing - Support hands-on prototyping and fabrication using workshop tools%3B assist with simple machining (CNC a plus) - Produce jigs, fixtures, enclosure, and test hardware%3B assemble prototype systems - Make basic CAD edits and prepare models for print%3B advise on DFAM - Inspect parts, maintain an organised workshop and improve workflows - Senior candidates may lead AM strategy, train others and support advanced materials/process research Requirements - Experience with 3D printers and slicing software - Basic CAD skills and strong hands-on workshop ability - Good mechanical understanding, organisation and attention to detail - Desirable: professional AM/prototyping experience, advanced materials, CNC/laser experience, test jig building, DFAM