3D Designer – Prosthetics Development (Volunteer)

3D Designer – Prosthetics Development (Volunteer)

Organization: Universal Limbs Foundation

Location: Remote

Commitment: 12–15 hours per week (flexible schedule)

About Us: Universal Limbs Foundation is a Canadian nonprofit developing affordable, functional 3D-printed prosthetic arms for people affected by conflict and disp

lacement.

Our goal is to make prosthetics easier to produce, use, and repair, especially in communities with limited resources.

About the Role: We are looking for a highly creative and skilled 3D Designer to join our Research & Development team.You’ll help design and improve 3D-printed prosthetic hands and mechanical parts, turning ideas into real, working prototypes.We want someone who thinks outside the box, enjoys solving difficult design problems, and can work indep

endently.

What You’ll Do

• Design 3D models of prosthetic hands, fingers, joints, and moving parts.
• Develop creative solutions to improve movement, grip, and functionality.
• Build and improve designs based on testing and feedback.
• Create designs that are easy to 3D print, assemble, and repair.
• Collaborate with our engineers and prosthetics team.
• Use AI tools where helpful to speed up design and problem-solving.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong CAD skills: Confident using Fusion 360 or similar 3D design software.
• Highly creative: Able to come up with original ideas and practical solutions.
• AI-friendly but independent: Open to using AI tools, but fully capable of designing and troubleshooting without them.
• Hands-on experience: Comfortable designing functional parts for 3D printing.
• Problem-solver: Enjoys experimenting, testing, and improving designs.
• Reliable: Can contribute at least 12 hours per week and communicate progress consistently.
• Team player: Comfortable collaborating with an international remote team.

Experience in prosthetics, robotics, or mechanical engineering is a bonus, but not required.

Time Commitment : We are looking for volunteers who can contribute approximately 12–15 hours per week, with flexibility around their s

chedules.

This is an active R&D project, so we particularly welcome individuals who have the interest and availability to contribute additional time during important development stages.

Why Join Us?

• Work on technology that can make a real difference in people’s lives.
• Gain hands-on experience developing functional prosthetics.
• Collaborate with an international team of engineers and healthcare professionals.
• Bring your own creative ideas to life.

How to Apply

Please send us:

• Your resume or a brief introduction.
• A portfolio or examples of your 3D design work.
• Your experience with CAD software.
• Your weekly availability.

Email: research@universallimbs.com

Subject: Volunteer 3D Designer Application