Posted August 05, 2026
Handbag Hardware CAD & Prototyping Specialist
The Sample Room
New York, NY, US
Full Time
60000USD - 80000USD per year
Job Description
Job Description
Hardware & Handbag Design Development
3D Printing & Finishing of Hardware
Design Development
HW Team Operations
Shop Operations
Qualifications
Must-have
Nice-to-have
Handbag Hardware CAD & Prototyping Specialist (Rhino / 3D Printing / Laser)
Role Summary
Handbag design and development studio seeking a creative, technically skilled team member to support hardware design and development. You’ll own CAD modeling of handbag components, hands-on 3D printing and finishing, and laser cutting support. The right candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, maintains strong attention to detail, and collaborates well on a team.
Responsibilities
Hardware & Handbag Design Development
- Receive and review hardware specifications, identify missing details, and provide estimated completion dates
- Create clear, production ready spec sheets for completed models (drawings, dimensions, notes)
- Model handbag hardware components to spec using Rhino
- Design additional features as needed for application and functional requirements
- Communicate clearly and early when issues or delays arise
3D Printing & Finishing of Hardware
- Create and repair print-ready meshes
- Select print materials and orientation based on requirements; place supports for SLA printing
- Batch, print, wash, and cure components
- Remove supports; sand, finish, and paint prototypes as required
- Apply hardware to panels, bags, and SLGs for fit and appearance checks per company standards
Design Development
- Test functionality and make edits quickly; comfortable with multiple iterations per day
- Balance aesthetic goals with functional demands and manufacturability
HW Team Operations
- Organize and archive unused samples; create duplicates for the business portfolio as needed
- Track and inventory consumables as used or weekly
- Maintain clean workstations and tool organization
- Monitor machine and tool health; flag issues early
Shop Operations
- Assist with machine troubleshooting as needed
- Develop tools, patterns, jigs, and fixtures for sample makers using available fabrication methods (3D printing, laser cutting, and woodshop tools)
- Support business initiatives during downtime; propose improved organizational tools and workflows
- Research 3D printing materials/technologies and propose new material applications
Qualifications
Must-have
- Strong Rhino CAD modeling skills (clean, organized, design-driven modeling; revision speed matters)
- Hands-on SLA 3D printing workflow (orientation/supports, post-processing)
- Comfort working in a workshop environment: finishing, tool use, cleanliness/organization
- Clear communication, reliable follow-through, and ability to own tasks end-to-end
Nice-to-have
- Experience with handbag hardware, small parts, or fashion/accessory product development
- Laser cutting experience (setup, material handling, fast iteration)
- Familiarity with mesh prep/repair and exporting for print
- Fast-paced, iterative prototyping environment
- High attention to detail with practical decision-making (function and aesthetics)
- Team-first mindset with independent execution
