Trainer, 3D Scanning (Mechanical Engineering focus) & Scan-to-CAD

WBS Training

Trainer für 3D-Scan und Scan-to-CAD bei WBS TRAINING. Durchführung praxisnaher Trainings und Unterstützung der Teilnehmenden in der digitalen Produktentwicklung.

Posted 7/26/2026contractRemote • 🇩🇪 GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in 3D scanning fundamentals and the Scan-to-CAD process, with a strong background in mechanical engineering and practical experience in teaching and training adults. Proficient in integrating scan data into CAD systems and familiar with various scanning technologies and file formats.

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3D ScanningReverse EngineeringPoint Cloud ProcessingCAD IntegrationTeaching Experience

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Hard Skills

3D ScanningReverse EngineeringPoint Cloud ProcessingMesh Data HandlingTechnical Drawing InterpretationScan Data PreparationCAD Systems ProficiencyMetrology KnowledgeQuality EvaluationDigital Data Capture

Soft Skills

Training DeliveryProject SupervisionKnowledge Transfer

Tools & Technologies

Artec StudioGeomagicPolyWorksVXelementsFARO SceneInventorSolidWorksCreoNX

Certifications & Qualifications

Scanner Manufacturer CertificationsSoftware Manufacturer Certifications

Industry Keywords

Mechanical EngineeringMechatronicsDigital TwinsDigitalizationOptical MetrologyQuality Assurance3D PrintingAdditive ManufacturingMobile MappingDrone Scanning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

You conduct hands-on training in 3D scanning fundamentals with a focus on mechanical engineering
You teach the entire Scan-to-CAD process: 3D scan → point cloud → mesh → reverse engineering → CAD model → technical drawing → manufacturing
You supervise project work based on real parts to ensure real-world relevance
You bring current technologies and industrial use cases into the classroom
You support participants in confidently transferring their knowledge into practice — including in the virtual classroom

Requirements

What you’ll need

Essential: A technical education or degree, e.g., in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, product development, or surveying/metrology
At least 3 years of practical experience in 3D scanning, reverse engineering, or digital data capture
Solid knowledge of various scanning technologies (e.g., laser, structured light, or handheld scanners)
Proficiency working with point clouds, mesh data and common file formats (STL, OBJ, PLY, STEP)
Experience preparing and post-processing scan data
Practical experience integrating scan data into CAD systems
Experience in reverse engineering of technical parts and assemblies
Good understanding of technical drawings and basic engineering principles
Experience teaching adults or conducting professional training
Familiarity with tools such as Artec Studio, Geomagic (Design X/Warp), PolyWorks, VXelements or FARO Scene
Experience with at least one CAD system (e.g., Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo or NX)
Knowledge of metrology, quality requirements and data evaluation
Ability to assess scan results in terms of accuracy and suitability
Experience with practical workflows and project-based learning
Interest in topics such as digital twins, digitalization and Scan-to-CAD
Nice-to-have: Certifications from scanner or software manufacturers
Nice-to-have: Experience in optical metrology or quality assurance
Nice-to-have: Knowledge of 3D printing / additive manufacturing
Nice-to-have: Experience with mobile mapping, drone scanning or large-scale scanning projects
Nice-to-have: Exposure to AI, BIM or AR/VR
Nice-to-have: Experience delivering online training

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity for professional and personal development
Individual potential development
Work with a high degree of personal responsibility
Long-term contract security
Competence-oriented, fair and reliable assignment planning
Flexible working from home
Structured advance planning period of three to nine months
Virtual networking opportunities
Teaching from home supported by Microsoft 365
Innovative working environment
Friendly, collegial atmosphere
Transparent communication
Active exchange among trainers and a digital networking event
Reduced-price seminars for employees
Thorough onboarding
Discount toward obtaining the pedagogical qualification (AEVO)