Quality Control Engineer

We are looking for a Quality Control professional to ensure dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and functional quality of 3D printed and prototype components. The role involves inspection, documentation, coordination with production teams, and continuous quality improvement across additive manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect 3D printed parts for dimensional accuracy, tolerance, surface finish, and defects
• Use measuring instruments such as Vernier calipers, micrometers, height gauges, gauges, and profile projectors
• Validate parts against CAD drawings, STL files, and customer specifications
• Monitor quality during FDM, SLA, SLS, MJF, and resin-based printing processes
• Identify printing defects such as warping, layer shift, porosity, cracks, under/over curing
• Conduct first article inspection (FAI) and in-process quality checks
• Maintain quality reports, inspection records, and rejection analysis
• Coordinate with production, design, and post-processing teams for corrective actions
• Support root cause analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement activities
• Ensure adherence to ISO / internal quality standards
• Handle customer quality feedback and support rework or corrective measures

Skills & Competencies

• Basic understanding of Additive Manufacturing / Rapid Prototyping
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Knowledge of GD&T (preferred)
• Familiarity with post-processing methods (sanding, curing, painting, machining)
• Attention to detail and problem-solving mindset
• Basic computer skills (Excel, documentation)
• Good communication and coordination skills

Preferred Experience

• Experience in 3D printing service bureau / prototyping lab / manufacturing environment
• Exposure to plastics, resins, nylon, ABS, PLA, TPU
• Knowledge of inspection documentation & quality audits