Protoyping and Fabrication Officer

Want to help make a difference?

CIIT seeks to revolutionize Philippine education by putting industry-based + student-centered learning + affordable in the same sentence. We are looking for awesome people with a passion for sharing knowledge and empowering others to turn their own passions into a career. It also means working with others who have similar goals, a team with a shared desire to innovate in the education space, and non-traditional management that is committed to pushing boundaries in order to close the skill gap between education and industry.

Help us in building the future of Philippine Education.

Instructions for Applying

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2. Prepare your letter of application/cover letter 


3. Click on the "Apply for this Job" button


4. Fill up the form with relevant personal details


5. Upload your resume/curriculum vitae and cover letter in the corresponding field


6. Answer the qualifying questions completely
   


7. Hit the "Submit Application" button

Note: Incomplete requirements will not be processed. Once every task has been completed, please wait for approximately 2-3 working days to receive an update on your application.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Multimedia Arts, Industrial Technology, or any related technical field


• Technical certifications in 3D printing, electronics, or fabrication systems are an advantage


• At least 2–4 years of progressive experience in 3D printing operations, electronics prototyping, fabrication labs or maker spaces, and/or technical workshop environments
  


• Hands-on experience with FDM 3D printers, Arduino and Raspberry Pi systems, soldering and circuit assembly, and troubleshooting technical equipment


• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
  


• Demonstrates safety orientation and adherence to systems discipline


• With instructional support skills and ability to assist in training or workshop facilitation


• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills


• Experience in academic or training environments is preferred

Job Description:

• Oversee daily operations of the fabrication and prototyping areas of The Forge


• Ensure proper setup, calibration, and functionality of 3D printers, electronics workstations, Arduino kits, Raspberry Pi systems, and soldering/etching tools


• Maintain an organized, safe, and operationally efficient fabrication environment


• Manage 3D printing workflow including print queue, file validation and slicing review, material usage monitoring, and print scheduling/prioritization


• Ensure academic-priority projects are processed first


• Monitor filament consumption and recommend procurement based on usage trends


• Maintain printer logs including usage hours, maintenance schedules, calibration records, and error tracking


• Supervise the use of Arduino kits, Raspberry Pi systems, electronics consumables, and soldering/testing tools


• Provide technical guidance to students working on course-based projects, capstone prototypes, and research fabrication


• Ensure proper handling and accountability of electronics components


• Implement and enforce laboratory safety standards and protocols


• Ensure completion of mandatory safety orientations prior to equipment use


• Enforce proper use of soldering stations, heated tools, and electrical systems


• Control access to fabrication equipment


• Document safety incidents and submit reports as required


• Maintain clear safety signage and standard operating procedures


• Allocate fabrication resources based on priority: course requirements, academic projects (thesis/capstone), and institutional requests


• Coordinate with faculty for large-scale or deadline-driven fabrication projects


• Perform preventive maintenance on 3D printers, electronics workstations, and fabrication tools


• Identify equipment issues early and recommend servicing or replacement


• Maintain equipment condition logs and submit maintenance reports


• Provide mentorship and technical consultation to students and faculty


• Advise on prototyping feasibility, equipment capability, material limitations, and fabrication planning


• Support the positioning of The Forge as a center of technical competence and innovation