3D Print Optimization Engineer

Responsibilities

• Push the capabilities of SLA and SLS 3D printing platforms
• Drive root cause analysis across mechanics, fluid dynamics, software, chemistry, optics, electronics, and thermodynamics
• Design efficient experiments to isolate variables within complicated systems
• Tackle multi-disciplinary problems to improve print speed, reliability, and accuracy
• Develop and commercialize solutions that directly impact customer print performance

Requirements

• B.S., M.S., or PhD in a science or engineering discipline
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work autonomously
• Hands-on approach with a willingness to cross discipline boundaries
• Experience with root cause analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Coding experience, ideally with Python
• Experience with computer-aided design (CAD)
• Understanding of material properties and characterization
• Experience participating in the release of a new product

Benefits

• Robust equity program (RSUs)
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401K matching and access to financial advisors
• Generous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
• Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)
• Flexible Out of Office Plan
• Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, and beverages
• Unlimited 3D prints

About the Company

Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Our 3D printing technology powers innovation at more than 50,000 industry leaders worldwide, including Apple, Google, Tesla, and NASA. We are a team of hands-on builders and innovators reinventing how the world makes physical things.