Additive Manufacturing Engineer

Cumberland Additive Inc•Pflugerville, TX

About The Position

The candidate will utilize skills and experience in additive manufacturing (AM) to provide guidance to customers on part design and selection, develop robust manufacturing plans and build files, and oversee successful completion of customer orders. The ideal candidate has experience in a production environment with selection of appropriate part geometries, materials, supports, and nesting strategies for metal powder bed fusion. Interpersonal skills are critical for properly communicating with customers and internal stakeholders. This position features three facets: Internal production engineering activities, serving as the subject matter expert Customer-facing product development and support Engineering technical programs/R&D Engineering and Manufacturing Maintain an intimate working knowledge of powder bed fusion AM machines (SLM, GE Arcam, EOS, etc.) Assess part characteristics for manufacturability, material selection, equipment selection, and design optimization Guide customers in the selection of materials Develop content and best practices for design and manufacturability by establishing design guidelines to ensure lessons learned and best practices are documented Create build files, layouts, and use cost estimation models Prepare bills of material and routings Lead and provide technical direction for technicians Provide "hands-on" support with printing and inspection equipment Manage acquisition of necessary capital, maintenance contracts, consumables, and software to support growth strategies Read and understand dimensional drawings Analyze and specify post-processing steps such as heat treatment, finish machining, and coatings Customer Programs Assist in assembling quotations in response to customer RFQ's Lead customer projects as the assigned project engineer Prepare project schedules to define project scope deliverables Lead and/or participate in regular customer meetings Monitor and manage project costs in respect to the established budget Anticipate problems and concerns relevant to project management and provide timely solutions Coordinate document submittals, approvals, distribution, and revision control Initiate purchase requisitions for tools, fixtures, operational equipment, and outside services Maintain a strong working relationship with the customer Occasional travel may be required to support project or program goals Engineering Technical Programs / R&D Lead advanced technical engineering programs (material/product/process development) Lead statistical process control initiatives Lead operational and supply chain cost reduction and optimization projects Provide guidance on facility improvements, equipment selection, and in-sourcing Qualifications and Education Requirements Position title and compensation may range from AM Engineer I up to Senior AM Engineer based on qualifications and experience. Candidates shall meet the minimum requirements stated below. Engineering degree in a related discipline (additive manufacturing, mechanical, metallurgical, etc.) Minimum years of experience follow the Levels described below. Experience with the following software: CAD (e.g. SolidWorks, Catia), Build Preparation/Slice software (e.g. Materialise Magics, 3DExpert), Microsoft Office Suite This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Level I: Degreed Engineer with some additive manufacturing experience (professional or through formal studies). Developing skills in design and optimization for 3D printing, machine setup and troubleshooting, material science and production engineering activities (building BOMS, routings). Level II: Degreed Engineer with 3+ years of AM Engineering experience. Possesses skills and previous experience in design and optimization for 3D printing, machine setup and troubleshooting, material selection and analysis, and production engineering activities (building BOMS, routings). Brings wisdom from previous experience to the team, works autonomously, and is able to support business development objectives successfully by building customer relationships. Participates in engineering-related strategic projects and R&D. Level III: Degreed Engineer with 5+ years of AM Engineering experience. Masters degree in AM or equivalent may count for up to 2 years of experience. Possesses substantial skill and previous experience in design and optimization for 3D printing, machine setup and troubleshooting, material selection and analysis, and production engineering activities (building BOMS, routings). Brings wisdom from previous experience to the team, works autonomously, and is able to support business development objectives successfully by building customer relationships. Leads engineering-related strategic projects and R&D within the organization. Senior: Degreed Engineer with 7+ years of AM Engineering or related experience. Masters degree in AM or equivalent may count for up to 2 years of experience. Possesses extensive skills and previous experience in design and optimization for 3D printing, machine setup and troubleshooting, material selection and analysis, and production engineering activities (building BOMS, routings). Brings wisdom from previous experience to the team (additive manufacturing and post processing), works autonomously, and supports business development objectives successfully by building customer relationships. Maintains awareness of technical industry trends and best practices, and uses that knowledge to ideate and drive continuous improvement for the engineering team. Develops strategic plans for engineering-related projects to increase capability and technical breadth within the organization. Serves as a mentor to engineers at lower levels.

Requirements

Engineering degree in a related discipline (additive manufacturing, mechanical, metallurgical, etc.)
Experience with the following software: CAD (e.g. SolidWorks, Catia), Build Preparation/Slice software (e.g. Materialise Magics, 3DExpert), Microsoft Office Suite
U.S. person status (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee)

Nice To Haves

Masters degree in additive manufacturing, engineering, or business
Experience with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 Revision D
Inspection and/or Lab Experience (Dimensional inspection, testing, metallography)

Responsibilities

Provide guidance to customers on part design and selection
Develop robust manufacturing plans and build files
Oversee successful completion of customer orders
Maintain an intimate working knowledge of powder bed fusion AM machines (SLM, GE Arcam, EOS, etc.)
Assess part characteristics for manufacturability, material selection, equipment selection, and design optimization
Guide customers in the selection of materials
Develop content and best practices for design and manufacturability by establishing design guidelines to ensure lessons learned and best practices are documented
Create build files, layouts, and use cost estimation models
Prepare bills of material and routings
Lead and provide technical direction for technicians
Provide "hands-on" support with printing and inspection equipment
Manage acquisition of necessary capital, maintenance contracts, consumables, and software to support growth strategies
Read and understand dimensional drawings
Analyze and specify post-processing steps such as heat treatment, finish machining, and coatings
Assist in assembling quotations in response to customer RFQ's
Lead customer projects as the assigned project engineer
Prepare project schedules to define project scope deliverables
Lead and/or participate in regular customer meetings
Monitor and manage project costs in respect to the established budget
Anticipate problems and concerns relevant to project management and provide timely solutions
Coordinate document submittals, approvals, distribution, and revision control
Initiate purchase requisitions for tools, fixtures, operational equipment, and outside services
Maintain a strong working relationship with the customer
Lead advanced technical engineering programs (material/product/process development)
Lead statistical process control initiatives
Lead operational and supply chain cost reduction and optimization projects
Provide guidance on facility improvements, equipment selection, and in-sourcing