Engineering Technician

Formlabs•Somerville, MA

12d•$65,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

Formlabs is building the future of desktop fabrication. The Engineering Technician works across engineering functions and contributes hands-on throughout product development, from initial ideas to finished machines. The role involves prototyping, building, and testing systems intended for future generations of Formlabs 3D printers and accessory equipment. This position is based at the company’s Somerville, Massachusetts headquarters and requires on-site work five days per week.

Requirements

Technical expertise troubleshooting and repairing electromechanical equipment.
A hands-on, do-it-yourself approach and eagerness to work on state-of-the-art printers.
A take-charge, can-do attitude.
Fabrication and hand-soldering experience.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret mechanical, electrical, and electronic schematic drawings and diagrams.
Ability to interpret technical issues described by non-technical people.
Ability to work independently without supervision.

Responsibilities

Build and modify prototypes of next-generation 3D printers and accessory equipment.
Fabricate or machine high-quality mechanical parts quickly.
Perform board-level rework on PCB assemblies.
Create or modify custom electrical cabling.
Inspect parts using CMMs, calipers, micrometers, and multimeters.
Set up and perform engineering tests.
Create and present reports.

Benefits

Unlimited 3D printing with any Formlabs material on any Formlabs printer.
Equity program with RSUs.
Healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision, with a free employee-only plan effective on the first day of employment.
401(k) matching with no vesting or tenure requirement.
Generous parental leave, fully paid for up to 16 weeks.
Flexible time off.
Six-week fully paid sabbatical after tenure milestones, with the option to take an additional six weeks afterward.
Free on-site parking and pre-tax commuter benefits.
Free on-site lunch, snacks, beverages, treats, beer, coffee, and espresso.
Professional development opportunities, including conferences, trade shows, and hackathons.
Company activities and events, including monthly socials and an annual weekend summer camp.