Materials Program Manager

Formlabs•Boston, MA

About The Position

Materials Program Managers at Formlabs usher in new technology from concept through production, partnering with materials scientists and product stakeholders to develop 3D printing materials. They connect internal teams, senior management, and external partners, coordinating program activities from development through production ramp and product launch. The role manages technically complex products from concept through production, with responsibility for program strategy, planning, execution, delivery, issue resolution, stakeholder communication, beta testing, externally facing technical documentation, and post-launch closure activities. The position calls for someone who enjoys learning and new challenges, cares about shipping impactful products, and builds collaborative relationships with internal teams and external partners.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in an engineering or R&D environment, with demonstrated project or program management experience.
Understand how to bring product concepts from the lab to commercialization.
Ability to apply technical knowledge to decision-making, including trade-off discussions and program strategy.
Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to speak up or pivot to a new direction when needed.
Self-starter and natural problem solver.
Ability to work cross-functionally with product, engineering, production, and supply chain personnel.
Experience communicating status and issues to product stakeholders and senior management.
Highly collaborative and results-driven, with a focus on improving schedule and program efficiency.
B.S. degree or higher in an engineering- or science-related field.

Responsibilities

Manage the strategy, overall planning, execution, and delivery of technically complex products from concept through production.
Monitor projects on an ongoing basis, evaluate progress and quality, and manage issue resolution.
Communicate program status, issues, and key risks.
Serve as the link between program teams, key stakeholders, and external partners, including reporting to company leadership.
Use disciplined project management methodology to define scope and develop program plans that deliver within cost and schedule.
Organize beta testing activities.
Plan and coordinate the creation and implementation of externally facing technical documents.
Ensure program closure, including post-launch issue tracking and required documentation.