About the role
(Senior) Laboratory Officer (Additive Technology Industrialisation Group), SIMTech role based on the published job description. Key responsibilities and requirements were extracted directly from the posting for quick review.
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Key Responsibilities
- We are seeking a proactive and innovative Laboratory Officer (or Senior Laboratory Officer) to join our metal additive manufacturing team.
- Beyond standard machine operation, we are looking for an individual with an eye for detail and the drive to initiate improvements that streamline our laboratory operations and benefit the entire team.
- Machine operation, setup, and post-processing: Operate and maintain Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) machines, including setup, monitoring, data recording, and basic post-processing to ensure safe and consistent build quality.
- Powder handling and material management: Handle and maintain metal powders with full traceability, including sieving, quality checks, and safe storage in compliance with HSE procedures.
- Process and material characterization: Conduct material testing and characterization, such as density, mechanical, and microscopic analysis, to ensure part integrity and proper documentation.
- Routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment: Manage LPBF machine maintenance and vendor coordination, including routine servicing, preventive scheduling, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Requirements
- Education & Experience: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Precision Engineering, Engineering Science, or a related field.
- (Optional) For Senior Level Experience: Minimum of 3 years in operating metal AM equipment or high-precision production tools (e.g., CNC, semiconductor tools, or automated lines).
- Technical Mindset: A high degree of technical precision combined with a creative approach to troubleshooting and problem-solving.
- Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to document technical processes clearly and present improvement ideas to the team.
- Technical Excellence (Senior Level): Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives that have improved laboratory efficiency, safety, or cross-functional workflows.