3D Digital Manufacturing Technician

Formlabs • Somerville, MA

80d

About The Position

To reinvent an industry, you have to build the best team. Join Formlabs if you want to bring groundbreaking professional 3D printers to the desktop of every designer, engineer, researcher, and artist in the world. We are seeking a detail-oriented 3D Digital Manufacturing Technician to join our team and help lead and execute day to day operations related to preparing, slicing, and optimizing parts for additive manufacturing. Your expertise in print setup, orientation strategies, Design for Manufacturing (DFM), and troubleshooting will ensure consistently high-quality output and streamlined production workflows.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience with slicing and print setup software (PreForm, Cura, Simplify3D, Magics, Netfabb, etc.).
• Solid understanding of additive manufacturing processes and materials, particularly around print orientation, support generation, and print settings.
• Familiarity with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) concepts, specifically for 3D printing.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving printing issues.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating industrial and consumer 3D printers.
• Basic proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Onshape, etc.).
• Familiarity with programming or scripting languages (Python) for automating processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and slice CAD models for various 3D printing technologies (including FDM, SLA, and SLS) using various slicing software.
• Optimize print orientation, support structures, and settings to maximize quality, efficiency, and material usage.
• Identify and communicate potential design improvements using DFM principles to enhance printability and reduce post-processing.
• Troubleshoot print setup and orientation issues, analyze failures, and implement effective solutions.
• Collaborate with the internal teams and external customers to ensure alignment on technical requirements and improvements.
• Provide occasional support for printer operation tasks, including setup, maintenance, troubleshooting, and monitoring.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Low cost fund options in our 401K and access to advisors
• Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
• Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats
• Regular sponsored professional development opportunities
• Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community
• Unlimited 3D prints

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees