Product Realization Specialist
Newlab, Brooklyn, NY, United States
Product Realization Specialist
Position Overview: Newlab is seeking a highly capable, hands-on Product Realization Specialist (PRS) to support and evolve our Digital Fabrication (Digifab) facilities. This role is responsible for maintaining shop infrastructure, supporting member prototyping, and ensuring a safe, high-performing fabrication environment. This Product Realization Specialist role is a core part of the greater Newlab Product Realization team, which provides the critical infrastructure and support necessary for members to turn ambitious, real-world hardware solutions into physical reality. You will work across digital fabrication, 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC routing, electronics labs, and general shop infrastructure
supporting startups, engineers, designers, and creative technologists building real-world hardware solutions. This is an in-person highly hands-on technical role. Key Responsibilities
Shop Operations & Equipment Maintenance Maintain and troubleshoot: FDM, SLA, and SLS 3D printers CO? laser cutter & fiber laser engraver CNC router Vinyl printer/cutter Electronics lab equipment Textiles/Sewing Lab Perform preventative maintenance and routine safety inspections Track repairs, consumables, and equipment performance Maintain dust collection, fume extraction, and ESD-safe environments Keep shops clean, organized, and production-ready Member Support & Fabrication Guidance Deliver strong, professional customer service in a fast-paced prototyping environment Support members with: 3D printing workflows and post-processing (SLS/SLA finishing) Laser cutting and digital fabrication file preparation CNC routing setup and basic CAM workflows Electronics assembly and soldering General fabrication planning and material selection Large Format Printing and vinyl cutting Review drawings, CAD files, and fabrication plans Lead onboarding trainings and reinforce safe shop practices Direct members to outsourced vendors when appropriate Digital Fabrication & Workflow Support Prepare and troubleshoot print files (DXF, STL, STEP, SVG, etc.) Understand material behavior across plastics, composites, and metals Support job scoping, quoting input, and fabrication planning Inspect finished components using appropriate measurement tools Electronics Lab Support Maintain soldering and rework stations Support PCB assembly and basic troubleshooting Maintain oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and signal generators Ensure ESD best practices are followed Assist with integration of electronics into mechanical assemblies What You Bring Technical Qualifications 3+ years experience with digital fabrication tools (3D printing, laser cutting, CNC routing) 3+ years experience maintaining and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems Proficiency in CAD & CAM workflows in software like: Fusion360, Solidworks, Onshape, Rhino, ETC. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) for file preparation Experience with Electronics Shop tools, equipment, and processes (Test Equipment, PCB fabrication, Soldering, Controls) Understanding of material properties and fabrication constraints Operations & Systems Some experience with shop management, ticketing, or work order systems Ability to track maintenance logs, inventory, and workflows digitally Familiarity with quoting and job tracking processes Proficiency in Google Workspace Professional Traits Strong customer service mindset and ability to support a diverse technical community Highly organized and safety-conscious Strong troubleshooting instincts Comfortable training and mentoring others Self-starter who takes ownership of tools and spaces Patient, collaborative, and community-oriented Able to lift 50 lbs Nice to Have CNC programming experience Creative technologist background Event production, art fabrication, or experiential build experience Strong woodworking or metal fabrication skills Experience supporting hardware startups or product teams Web design experience (portfolio sites, documentation pages, or light front-end development) Experience working in a makerspace or shared lab environment Compensation: $75,000-95,000 USD base Comprehensive benefits with no wait period Eligible for bonus program Paid time off Access to Newlab fabrication facilities
Position Overview: Newlab is seeking a highly capable, hands-on Product Realization Specialist (PRS) to support and evolve our Digital Fabrication (Digifab) facilities. This role is responsible for maintaining shop infrastructure, supporting member prototyping, and ensuring a safe, high-performing fabrication environment. This Product Realization Specialist role is a core part of the greater Newlab Product Realization team, which provides the critical infrastructure and support necessary for members to turn ambitious, real-world hardware solutions into physical reality. You will work across digital fabrication, 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC routing, electronics labs, and general shop infrastructure
supporting startups, engineers, designers, and creative technologists building real-world hardware solutions. This is an in-person highly hands-on technical role. Key Responsibilities
Shop Operations & Equipment Maintenance Maintain and troubleshoot: FDM, SLA, and SLS 3D printers CO? laser cutter & fiber laser engraver CNC router Vinyl printer/cutter Electronics lab equipment Textiles/Sewing Lab Perform preventative maintenance and routine safety inspections Track repairs, consumables, and equipment performance Maintain dust collection, fume extraction, and ESD-safe environments Keep shops clean, organized, and production-ready Member Support & Fabrication Guidance Deliver strong, professional customer service in a fast-paced prototyping environment Support members with: 3D printing workflows and post-processing (SLS/SLA finishing) Laser cutting and digital fabrication file preparation CNC routing setup and basic CAM workflows Electronics assembly and soldering General fabrication planning and material selection Large Format Printing and vinyl cutting Review drawings, CAD files, and fabrication plans Lead onboarding trainings and reinforce safe shop practices Direct members to outsourced vendors when appropriate Digital Fabrication & Workflow Support Prepare and troubleshoot print files (DXF, STL, STEP, SVG, etc.) Understand material behavior across plastics, composites, and metals Support job scoping, quoting input, and fabrication planning Inspect finished components using appropriate measurement tools Electronics Lab Support Maintain soldering and rework stations Support PCB assembly and basic troubleshooting Maintain oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and signal generators Ensure ESD best practices are followed Assist with integration of electronics into mechanical assemblies What You Bring Technical Qualifications 3+ years experience with digital fabrication tools (3D printing, laser cutting, CNC routing) 3+ years experience maintaining and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems Proficiency in CAD & CAM workflows in software like: Fusion360, Solidworks, Onshape, Rhino, ETC. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) for file preparation Experience with Electronics Shop tools, equipment, and processes (Test Equipment, PCB fabrication, Soldering, Controls) Understanding of material properties and fabrication constraints Operations & Systems Some experience with shop management, ticketing, or work order systems Ability to track maintenance logs, inventory, and workflows digitally Familiarity with quoting and job tracking processes Proficiency in Google Workspace Professional Traits Strong customer service mindset and ability to support a diverse technical community Highly organized and safety-conscious Strong troubleshooting instincts Comfortable training and mentoring others Self-starter who takes ownership of tools and spaces Patient, collaborative, and community-oriented Able to lift 50 lbs Nice to Have CNC programming experience Creative technologist background Event production, art fabrication, or experiential build experience Strong woodworking or metal fabrication skills Experience supporting hardware startups or product teams Web design experience (portfolio sites, documentation pages, or light front-end development) Experience working in a makerspace or shared lab environment Compensation: $75,000-95,000 USD base Comprehensive benefits with no wait period Eligible for bonus program Paid time off Access to Newlab fabrication facilities