3D Print Optimization Engineer

Formlabs • Boston, MA

1d • $85,000 - $148,000

About The Position

Formlabs is seeking a 3D Print Optimization Engineer to improve print performance across its SLA and SLS 3D printing platforms. The Print Optimization Team works at the intersection of hardware, software, and materials to make printing faster, more reliable, easier, more accurate, and more effective for customers. The role involves identifying customer-focused performance goals, investigating complex systems, and developing and commercializing solutions that improve customer print performance.

Requirements

• Be focused on the customer.
• Have a strong sense of ownership and great attention to detail.
• Be hands-on and willing to cross disciplinary boundaries to solve problems.
• Work autonomously and learn new skills to tackle objectives.
• Hold a B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in any science or engineering discipline; all are welcome.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Push the capabilities of Formlabs’ SLA and SLS 3D printing platforms.
• Drive root cause analysis across mechanics, fluid dynamics, software, chemistry, optics, electronics, thermodynamics, and customer behavior.
• Design efficient experiments to reveal underlying behavior in systems with many variables.
• Tackle multidisciplinary problems.
• Develop and commercialize solutions that make a real and immediate impact on customer print performance.

Benefits

• Equity through restricted stock units (RSUs).
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) matching and access to financial advisors.
• Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks.
• Tenure-based paid sabbatical leave of up to 6 weeks.
• Flexible out-of-office plan.
• On-site parking and pre-tax commuter benefits.
• On-site lunches, snacks, beverages, and treats.
• Sponsored professional development opportunities.
• Opt-in culture events.
• Unlimited 3D prints.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time