Trainer, 3D Scanning with a Focus on Mechanical Engineering & Scan-to-CAD

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

📋 Description

• Providing practical training in the fundamentals of 3D scanning, emphasizing mechanical engineering.

• Addressing the complete Scan-to-CAD workflow, encompassing 3D scanning, point clouds, meshes, reverse engineering, CAD models, technical drawings, and manufacturing processes.

• Overseeing project initiatives related to real-world components.

• Integrating contemporary technologies and industry case studies into the curriculum.

• Assisting participants in confidently applying their skills in practical scenarios, including in a virtual classroom setting.

⛳️ Requirements

• A technical background, ideally in mechanical engineering, design engineering, product development, manufacturing, metrology, 3D digitization, or a similar technical discipline.

• Hands-on experience with 3D scanning or the processing of 3D scan data.

• Fundamental knowledge of various 3D scanning technologies and their applications.

• Familiarity with point clouds and/or mesh data.

• Basic understanding of scan data preparation and subsequent processing.

• A foundational knowledge of at least one widely-used CAD software.

• Comprehension of how to integrate scan data into technical design or development workflows.

• Ability to convey technical information clearly and practically.

• Eagerness to learn about specific curriculum topics using the provided training materials.

• Awareness of basic scanning workflows, typical error sources, data exchange formats, and industrial applications.

• Basic skills in cleaning, filtering, and aligning scan data, as well as creating and modifying meshes.

• Basic understanding of reverse engineering and the Scan-to-CAD process.

• Capability to evaluate the quality and usability of scan data at a fundamental level.

• Basic knowledge of employing 3D scanning in design engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, or product development.

• Ability to demonstrate a basic scanning workflow in practical settings.

• Nice to have: Professional experience in design engineering, product development, metrology, or quality assurance.

• Nice to have: Experience with reverse engineering and Scan-to-CAD workflows.

• Nice to have: Familiarity with CAD systems like CATIA, Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar.

• Nice to have: Experience using professional 3D scanning software.

• Nice to have: Knowledge of optical metrology.

• Nice to have: Experience in industrial component inspection or quality assurance.

• Nice to have: Knowledge of 3D printing or additive manufacturing.

• Nice to have: Experience with mobile mapping, drone scanning, or large-volume scanning.

• Nice to have: Knowledge of applications in construction and surveying.

• Nice to have: Basic awareness of current advancements such as AI-assisted data processing, AR/VR, or automated scan evaluation.

• Nice to have: Manufacturer certification in 3D scanning or metrology.

• Nice to have: Experience as a trainer, lecturer, or in workplace learning and development.

• Nice to have: AEVO certification or a comparable educational qualification.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for individual professional development.

• Ability to work independently and autonomously.

• Long-term job security.

• Fair, reliable scheduling based on competencies.

• Flexibility to work from a home office.

• Structured planning periods ranging from three to nine months in advance.

• Teaching conducted from a home office utilizing Microsoft 365.

• An innovative working environment.

• A friendly and supportive team culture.

• Transparent communication practices.

• Active collaboration among trainers.

• Digital networking events.

• Discounts on seminars.

• Comprehensive onboarding process.

• Reduced fees for obtaining the AEVO teaching qualification.