Creative 3D Technologies · 5 hours ago
Mechatronics Engineer
Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$75K/yr - $75K/yr
3+ years expCreative 3D Technologies is pioneering the next era of manufacturing with their innovative Single-Cell 3D Printing system. As a Mechatronics Engineer, you will troubleshoot and design mechanical upgrades for motion platforms, ensuring their reliability in high-demand production settings.
3D Printing3D TechnologyMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMilitarySemiconductor
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Diagnose, redesign, and implement solutions for hardware failure modes in large-format motion platforms
Design custom assemblies, mounts, and structural frame, from early concept to prototype validation
Perform mechanical analysis (stress, strain, vibration, tolerances) to improve lifetime performance
Execute motion platform calibrations for systems using linear rails, belts, lead screws, or hybrid drives
Support multi-toolhead mechanics, including IDEX synchronization and toolhead repeatability
Source custom or off-the-shelf parts from vendors to improve build reliability and serviceability
Collaborate with electronics and firmware engineers to ensure mechanical-electrical compatibility
Operate in a hands-on development environment, contributing directly to testing, assembly, and continuous iteration of live machines
Qualification
Required
3+ years working on large-format 3D printer or related motion platform design, with deep exposure to failure diagnostics and mechanical refinement
Expertise in linear motion systems, including belt and screw-based gantries, rail guides (e.g., Hiwin), and motion accuracy tuning
IDEX and multi-gantry system design experience, especially regarding frame alignment, rigidity, and vibration damping
Hands-on experience operating or building machinery (e.g., CNCs, additive platforms) with strong mechanical intuition
Strong CAD proficiency in SolidWorks (required); FreeCAD or Fusion 360 familiarity preferred
Capable of running FEA simulations and tolerance analysis to ensure designs meet field demands
U.S. Person status required (as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15) due to export control laws
On-site availability in Austin, TX (no remote option)
Preferred
Familiarity with Klipper: kinematics, pressure advance, and vibration modeling
Materials expertise, especially in engineering plastics and metals used for motion systems
Certifications in GD&T, precision design, or motion system tuning
Experience consulting with or auditing 3D printer OEMs or automation firms
Comfortable communicating across disciplines and delivering actionable technical reports
Benefits
Equity options tied to performance KPIs
Annual bonuses based on team success
Salary increases tied to growth and contribution
PTO, paid holidays, and healthcare coverage
Company
Creative 3D Technologies
Creative 3D Technologies empowers your ability to create through single-cell-aimed production technology.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$5.29MKey Investors
Eamon Murchan
2026-01-15Debt Financing· $1.05M
2023-09-04Seed· $3.4M
2021-01-04Pre Seed· $0.8M
Leadership Team
Ethan Baehrend
President, Founder & CEO
Recent News
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