Metal Additive Engineer

ADDMAN Engineering LLC•Statesville, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: The Metal Additive Engineer designs for additive manufacturing and operation of metal 3D printers using SolidWorks. Work with a cross functional team of engineering, sales and customer support developing and executing a business plan to achieve growth in the 3D printing market. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Be an active contributor within a team of engineers who perform the design, development, and testing of all facets of the additive process Assess AM part candidates for material and equipment selection, manufacturability, design optimization, and how all those relate to a parts business case Generate optimized designs and build files to produce high quality parts in minimum time with maximum consistency Work with other engineers to help refine the design of existing parts and optimize new parts to leverage additive technology Work with Materials Engineers to investigate properties, geometric accuracy, and surface finish to develop optimal print parameters, heat treatments, and design allowables for existing and new alloys Ability to handle multiple competing projects simultaneously Ability to analyze complex problems, develop innovative solutions, and deal with ambiguity and frequent changes in priorities is required Create reports and materials to support company projects and activities Participate in continuous improvement projects and ISO 9001 type activities Support customer sales development activities via technical exchanges and communications Design and Detail molds, models and fixtures Communicates with outside customers Housekeeping in the Additive Rooms Specify additive materials Read and understand blueprints and drawings Has an intimate working knowledge of multiple powder bed additive manufacturing machines Utilize six-sigma quality tools, when appropriate, to define, measure, analyze, improve and control processes and outcomes. Responsible to maintain & support processes, procedures & K.P.I.’s owned by your position. Review of all procedures related to your job per “HR LG 01 Training Matrix” Completion within time stated of all training required by Job Description in “HR LG 01 Training Matrix” Perform other duties as assigned. Regular and punctual attendance. Follow all Company policies and procedures.

Requirements

ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.
Able to work well in an integrated collaborative team environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with different levels of management and teams
Highly self-motivated and able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment while maintaining a high level of confidentiality
Superior organizational skills, analytical skills as well as time management, prioritization abilities, and meticulous attention to detail
BS Degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical, Material Science or Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited university
2-5+ years' experience with additive machines (powder bed or binder jetting a plus), including parameter development and process control
2+ years of experience in Siemens NX, or similar 3D CAD software is required
Experience with additive simulation software and topology optimization software
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Proficient GD&T knowledge and the ability to think 3-Dimensionally
Hands-on experience with various additive and subtractive manufacturing and joining techniques for metals and polymers
Passionate about rapid prototyping and 3D Printing
Customer service / interaction experience
Independent and demonstrated an ability to deliver successful designs under tight timing constraints
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed
Valid Driver’s License and able to pass full background check

Nice To Haves

Experience with composites, high volume manufacturing processes, material science, and/or biomimicry desirable

Responsibilities

Design, development, and testing of all facets of the additive process
Assess AM part candidates for material and equipment selection, manufacturability, design optimization
Generate optimized designs and build files to produce high quality parts
Refine the design of existing parts and optimize new parts to leverage additive technology
Investigate properties, geometric accuracy, and surface finish to develop optimal print parameters, heat treatments, and design allowables for existing and new alloys
Handle multiple competing projects simultaneously
Analyze complex problems, develop innovative solutions
Create reports and materials to support company projects and activities
Participate in continuous improvement projects and ISO 9001 type activities
Support customer sales development activities via technical exchanges and communications
Design and Detail molds, models and fixtures
Communicates with outside customers
Housekeeping in the Additive Rooms
Specify additive materials
Read and understand blueprints and drawings
Maintain & support processes, procedures & K.P.I.’s owned by your position.
Review of all procedures related to your job per “HR LG 01 Training Matrix”
Completion within time stated of all training required by Job Description in “HR LG 01 Training Matrix”
Perform other duties as assigned.
Regular and punctual attendance.
Follow all Company policies and procedures.