Ceramic Additive Process Engineer, Contractor

Beehive Industries • Loveland, OH

6h

About The Position

The Ceramic Additive Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and scaling ceramic additive manufacturing processes for advanced applications, including investment casting molds, cores, and high-temperature components. This role focuses on binder jet and related technologies, driving process stability, material performance, and production throughput in a digitally integrated manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 5–10+ years of experience in ceramic processing, additive manufacturing, or powder-based systems
• Strong understanding of: Ceramic materials and high-temperature behavior Binder chemistry and fluid dynamics Thermal processing (drying, debinding, sintering)
• Experience with binder jet or similar additive processes
• Familiarity with process control and experimental design (DOE)
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ceramic molds/cores for investment casting
• Familiarity with Ni-based superalloy casting environments (IN718, MAR-M247, Rene alloys)
• Experience working with high-temperature binders and burnout systems
• Knowledge of printhead systems (piezoelectric jetting) and fluid delivery optimization
• Experience in aerospace or AS9100-regulated environments
• Background in scale-up or manufacturing ramp of additive processes
• Exposure to simulation tools (thermal, flow, or sintering models)

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize ceramic additive manufacturing processes, with emphasis on: Binder jet printing of molds and cores Slurry-based and photopolymer ceramic systems (SLA/DLP where applicable)
• Define and control critical process parameters, including: Binder saturation and droplet behavior Powder characteristics (PSD, flowability, packing density) Layer thickness, recoating, and drying conditions
• Lead development of binder systems and chemistries, including: High-temperature capable binders (>2800°F environments) Debind and burnout behavior Compatibility with superalloy casting processes
• Optimize print quality and resolution, addressing: Surface finish Dimensional accuracy Feature fidelity and defect reduction (streaking, delamination, warping)
• Develop and refine post-processing workflows, including: Drying and curing Debinding cycles (thermal and/or catalytic) Sintering or infiltration strategies (if applicable)
• Collaborate with casting and materials teams to ensure: Mold integrity during preheat and pour Thermal shock resistance Minimal interaction with molten alloys (e.g., Ni-based superalloys)
• Support design-for-additive (DfAM) guidelines for ceramic molds and cores: Wall thickness limits Drainage/venting strategies Structural reinforcement
• Implement in-process monitoring and control systems, including: Printhead performance (piezo behavior, meniscus control) Fluid delivery systems (pumps, viscosity, surface tension control)
• Drive process scale-up from R&D to production, including: Throughput optimization Yield improvement Equipment qualification and repeatability
• Troubleshoot process issues such as: Binder/powder incompatibility Clogging, jetting instability, or print defects Cracking during drying or debind

Benefits

• Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life, and Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one.
• We also offer a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match.
• Every role at Beehive Industries is bonus eligible and will also receive equity in the company.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level