Associate CAD Technician

About the Role

The Associate 3D CAD Technician utilizes proprietary CAD software to align and modify digital patient scans for the fabrication of custom orthotic and prosthetic devices. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to company design protocols and quality standards, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Associate technicians work onsite to allow for training, supervision, and team collaboration, contributing to the organization’s mission, vision, and core values.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilizes proprietary CAD software to align and modify digital patient scans.
• Fabricates custom orthotic and prosthetic devices.
• Works collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Adheres to company design protocols and quality standards.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• CAD and/or 3D modeling experience.
• Analytical skills to interpret data and apply design protocols effectively.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with a team.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Efficient decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and skilled in communication and interpersonal interactions.
• Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks, and perform effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Knowledge and skills needed to design prostheses and orthoses by utilizing CAD software.
• Ability to make evaluative judgments.
• Ability to analyze and develop creative solutions to complex issues.
• Effective oral/written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Must organize/prioritize work, manage multiple tasks and projects and function effectively as a small-team member.
• Act with integrity, remaining honest, transparent, and respectful.
• Keep the patient at the center of everything.
• Foster open collaboration and constructive dialogue.
• Continuously innovate new solutions, influencing and responding to change.
• Focus on superior outcomes and calibrate work processes for outstanding results.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or completion of a technical trade school program in CAD, drafting or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Typically requires less than 1 year of related experience.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with CAD software for designing prostheses and orthoses.
• Basic knowledge of the orthotic and prosthetic industry, anatomy, and biomechanics of the body.
• Experience with 3D sculpting and printing.
• Customer service experience.