Your mission
As Additive Manufacturing Engineer: Thermoplastics at SAEKI, you are the bridge between customer design intent and machine-executable toolpaths. You fill the critical gap between incoming CAD data and 3D printable geometries — owning the workflow from geometry preparation to slicing and robot-ready toolpaths.
You’ll define slicing strategies, optimize printability, and collaborate across departments to ensure every part we produce is manufacturable, efficient, and high quality. You’ll be deeply embedded in the technical core of the company, supporting product excellence and innovation.
Your Responsibilities
Geometry & Print Feasibility:
Review and adapt incoming CAD models for 3D printability
Make informed decisions on geometric changes with internal and external teams
Ensure files are clean, structured, and ready for slicing
Slicing & Toolpath Generation
Generate optimized toolpaths for robotic additive manufacturing
Establish and document slicing methodologies for recurring shapes
Own advanced slicing strategies and software selection
Continuously improve toolpath quality and reduce scrap rate
Be our link to slicing software providers
Workflow Management & Internal Collaboration
Oversee and improve the CAD → 3DP workflow
Work closely with CNC specialists to align hybrid workflows
Support team members in using slicing workflows
Ensure robust, scalable slicing procedures across the org
Innovation & Non-Dilutive Funding Support
Provide technical input for grant applications (e.g. Innosuisse)
Contribute slicing-related insights to internal R&D initiatives
Quality & Delivery
Guarantee that customers receive best-in-class printed parts
Troubleshoot toolpath or printability issues before production
Drive print success rate through better geometry preparation
Your profile
Experience with slicing software (e.g. Ai Build, ADAXIS) and toolpath logic
Familiarity with robotic or large-scale extrusion 3D printing
Solid CAD skills (Rhino, Fusion 360, SolidWorks, etc.)
Strong understanding of 3DP process constraints and material behavior
Proactive, hands-on mindset with attention to detail
Strong communication skills across technical disciplines
Bonus: experience with CNC processes or toolpath generation
Why join us?
Be part of a fast-growing ETH Zurich spin-off redefining robotic manufacturing
Collaborate with a passionate, interdisciplinary team at the forefront of innovation
Work on large-scale printing challenges that push the boundaries of engineering
Take ownership of core processes in a flat, agile team structure
Hybrid work setup, flexible hours, and an office in Zurich
Shape the early foundation of a company where your work truly matters
About Us
SAEKI Robotics is a Swiss startup automating large-scale component manufacturing by integrating robotics, proprietary 3D printing hardware, and technologies and making these processes intelligent and accessible through deep software integration.
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