Senior Mechanical Engineer
About The Position
Formlabs is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer to develop desktop 3D printers. The role involves creating precision mechanisms and components, testing materials, researching 3D-printing challenges, and analyzing and iterating on electromechanical systems. The engineer will use CAD to model parts and assemblies and produce accurate drawings, apply manufacturing methods such as injection molding and sheet metal fabrication, and collaborate with global sourcing, manufacturing, and other teams to move designs from prototype to mass production. The position also involves solving customer problems and requires intermittent travel.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of industry experience.
- Confident use of 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks or Onshape to design components, produce drawings, and build assemblies.
- Deep understanding of the full product development cycle.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with people in different roles.
- Interest in part design, material selection, and manufacturing techniques.
- Ability to create elegant designs that function efficiently and simply.
- Include a portfolio with the application.
Nice To Haves
- Python skills.
- Experience with contract manufacturers.
- Knowledge of PLM or document control systems.
- Passion for industrial design.
Responsibilities
- Prototype new mechanisms, including precision latches, pumps, valves, and micron-scale surfaces.
- Test materials that extend the capabilities of 3D printing.
- Research 3D-printing challenges and rethink subprocesses to advance the technology.
- Analyze, validate, and iterate on electromechanical systems.
- Model components and assemblies in CAD and create accurate, well-specified drawings.
- Partner with Global Sourcing and Manufacturing Teams to take designs from prototype to mass production.
- Work with teams around the world, virtually and in person; intermittent travel is expected.
- Apply manufacturing techniques such as injection molding and sheet metal fabrication to 3D-printing products.
- Use engineering skills to solve customer problems and improve their workflow.
Benefits
- Unlimited 3D printing with Formlabs materials on Formlabs printers.
- Equity program through RSUs.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including a free employee-only plan effective from the first day.
- 401(k) matching with no vesting or tenure requirement.
- Fully paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks.
- Flexible time off.
- Six-week fully paid sabbatical after tenure milestones, with the option to take an additional six weeks.
- Free on-site parking and pre-tax commuter benefits.
- Free on-site lunch, snacks, beverages, treats, beer, and local coffee and espresso.
- Professional development opportunities, including conferences, trade shows, and hackathons.
- Company activities and events, including monthly socials, an annual weekend summer camp, and a company hackathon.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
