Upper Limb Prosthetic Carbon Fiber Specialist

14th Element is a cutting‑edge upper‑limb prosthetic central fabrication lab seeking a highly skilled Carbon Fiber Specialist with a passion for craftsmanship, innovation, and meticulous clinical-quality detail. This role is ideal for a technician experienced in wet lamination who is ready to expand into the specialized world of upper‑limb prosthetic fabrication under the guidance of our master technician. 

Job Duties & Skills

• Carbon Fiber Lamination — Perform precise wet layups for custom prosthesis
• Additional Fabrication — Hard and soft thermoplastic forming, plaster work - shaping, smoothing and build-ups, breaking out and grinding on plastics and carbon fiber, precision finish work, harnessing, sewing, soldering, metal work, foam work, and assembling prosthetic devices to clinician specifications.
• Cosmetic Detailing — Resin color matching, applying vinyl wraps, laminating cosmetic sleeves, fabric and vinyl stickers, airbrushing and other unique cosmetic covering requests
• 3D Modeling & Printing — knowledge and skilled in using 3D modeling software as well as printers
• Collaborative Problem‑Solving — Work directly with clinicians and technical staff to develop creative solutions for complex cases.
• Quality Assurance — Ensure every device leaving the facility meets clinical, functional, and aesthetic requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Self starter and independent hard worker with little supervision
• Strong time management skills even with an occasionally changing timeline
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to precision
• Strong organizational skills and desire to work in a clean environment
• Ability to work safely utilizing any necessary personal protective equipment at all times
• Naturally creative mindset with a passion for craftsmanship and aesthetics
• Excellent communication skills, ability to follow direction from other teammates, comfort with clinical/prosthetic terminology
• Ability to maintain thorough notes and documentation for reference in work orders and fabrication process protocols during the training process 
• Problem‑solving mindset with a knack for thinking outside the box
• Ability to interpret project notes, proactively communicate with the clinician to obtain necessary details, and update work order with complete, accurate information 
• Naturally takes ownership of workspace and responsibilities by independently seeking out productive tasks—assisting teammates, maintaining the lab, and keeping the workspace organized
• Desire for long‑term growth within a growing, specialized central fabrication company