Lab Technician - Interior Design

About the role

American International University (AIU), a private institution in Kuwait founded in 2019, is hiring a Lab Technician for its Interior Design programme. Reporting to the Dean of the School of Architecture and Design, the postholder supports the curriculum through hands-on technical instruction, laboratory supervision and guidance of students in the use of specialised equipment and fabrication tools. The university welcomes candidates who can contribute to undergraduate programme development, curriculum enhancement, student mentoring and entrepreneurial initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and oversee laboratory equipment such as laser cutters, 3D printers, CNC machines and other digital fabrication and modelmaking tools.
• Guide and supervise students in using the laboratory for coursework, assignments and projects, and help them turn design concepts into physical models and prototypes.
• Support faculty in preparing and delivering laboratory demonstrations, practical sessions and project setups.
• Review students' digital designs for compatibility with equipment specifications, materials and machine settings.
• Manage laboratory inventory, procure and prepare materials, and ensure tools and supplies are available.
• Monitor compliance with health and safety procedures and ensure students follow safety protocols.
• Maintain, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment, coordinate external servicing, and run daily and weekly equipment and 3D printing schedules.
• During quieter periods, organise workshops for university and high school students, contribute to Professional Development Day and support other university initiatives.
• Oversee laboratory administration (scheduling, organisation, cleanliness, upkeep) and work with faculty to improve facilities and learning resources.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture or a closely related discipline.
• Extensive practical experience in 3D modelmaking, prototyping and digital fabrication.
• Hands-on experience operating 3D printers, CNC milling machines, laser cutters and pattern-cutting tables.
• Experience developing and managing daily and weekly production and printing schedules.
• Fluency in written and spoken English; immediate start expected.

Required skills

• Strong understanding of 3D printing processes, including file preparation, settings, material selection, calibration and troubleshooting.
• Ability to calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot machinery and coordinate technical servicing.
• Supervision of equipment operation and safe use of the laboratory.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, 3ds Max, Revit and SketchUp.
• Knowledge of laser cutting, CNC milling and lathe, 3D printing, pattern cutting tables, hot wire foam cutters and modular router tables.