Trainer, 3D Scanning — Mechanical Engineering & Scan-to-CAD

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• Provide practical, hands-on instruction in the fundamentals of 3D scanning, emphasizing mechanical engineering.

• Educate on the entire Scan-to-CAD process: 3D scanning → point cloud → mesh → reverse engineering → CAD model → technical drawing → manufacturing.

• Oversee project work involving real components to ensure strong practical application.

• Integrate current technologies and industry case studies into the educational experience.

• Assist participants in effectively applying their knowledge in practical scenarios, including in a virtual classroom setting.

⛳️ Requirements

• Essential: Technical vocational training or degree (e.g., mechanical engineering, mechatronics, product development, or surveying/measurement engineering).

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in 3D scanning, reverse engineering, or digital data acquisition.

• Strong understanding of various scanning technologies (e.g., laser scanning, structured-light, or handheld scanners).

• Proficient in working with point clouds, mesh data, and common file formats (STL, OBJ, PLY, STEP).

• Experience in preparing and post-processing scanned data.

• Practical experience in integrating scanned data into CAD systems.

• Knowledgeable in reverse engineering mechanical parts and assemblies.

• Good grasp of technical drawings and basic design principles.

• Capability to evaluate scan results in terms of accuracy and applicable uses.

• Familiar with tools such as Artec Studio, Geomagic (Design X/Warp), PolyWorks, VXelements, or FARO Scene.

• Experience with at least one CAD system (e.g., Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo, or NX).

• Understanding of metrology, quality standards, and data evaluation.

• Interest in topics such as digital twin technology, digitalization, and the Scan-to-CAD process.

• Nice-to-have: Certifications from scanner or software manufacturers.

• Experience in optical metrology or quality assurance.

• Knowledge of 3D printing/additive manufacturing.

• Experience with mobile mapping, drone scanning, or large-scale scanning projects.

• Exposure to AI, BIM, or AR/VR technologies.

• Experience in delivering online training.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for personal professional growth as well as for developing others.

• Individual potential development.

• Autonomous and responsible work environment.

• Long-term contract stability.

• Competency-based, fair, and reliable deployment planning.

• Flexible work-from-home arrangements.

• Structured advance planning period of three to nine months.

• Virtual networking opportunities with our team.

• Teaching from a home office using Microsoft 365.

• Innovative workplace atmosphere.

• Friendly and collaborative culture.

• Transparent communication practices.

• Active exchange among trainers and participation in digital networking events.

• Discounted seminar fees.

• Comprehensive onboarding process.

• Discount for obtaining pedagogical qualifications (AEVO).

• Note: Benefits may vary based on position and location.