Digital Fabricator Job at Tecture, San Diego, CA

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  • Tecture
  • San Diego, CA

Job Description

Company Description

Tecture is a design and fabrication studio that lives at the intersection of architecture and art. We are a diverse team of designers and innovators who take pride in crafting beautiful solutions for our clients.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Lead Digital Fabricator at Tecture located in San Diego, CA. The Lead Digital Fabricator will be responsible for day-to-day tasks such as preparing files for fabrication, operating machinery, quality control, and collaborating with designers to bring projects to life. They are responsible for overseeing and managing the Assistant Digital Fabricator. Tecture currently operates a 5x10 Shop Sabre CNC Router with Laser Head and a 5x10 Bodor Fiber Laser.

Key Responsibilities

  • Creating 3D models in CAD software - Rhino - based on design specifications
  • Preparing 3D models for fabrication by optimizing geometry and adding necessary features
  • Generating CNC toolpaths for milling or laser cutting operations
  • Operating and maintaining various CNC machines
  • Setting up and adjusting machine parameters like feed rates, cutting speeds, and material settings
  • Performing quality checks on fabricated parts to ensure accuracy and consistency
  • Choosing appropriate materials based on project requirements and machine capabilities
  • Properly preparing materials for fabrication, including cutting, cleaning and surface finishing
  • Working closely with design and technical design teams to understand project goals and translate them into physical prototypes or production parts
  • Communicating fabrication limitations and potential challenges to the design and technical design teams

Qualifications

  • Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (Rhino, Rhino CAM, Visual Mill) and understanding of their functionalities
  • Knowledge of different fabrication techniques and their applications
  • Ability to troubleshoot machine issues and perform basic maintenance
  • Proficiency in Excel and other spreadsheet and tasking software
  • High attention to detail
  • Must be clean and organized
  • A profound understanding of how digital fabrication and analog shop processes work together
  • Ability to manage a small team - oversee workflow, instill motivation, appropriately delegating

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Job Tags

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