SLS Materials Scientist
About The Position
About Formlabs: Do you want to change how the world creates? At Formlabs, we’re building the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life, from cutting-edge products to life-saving medical devices. Our 3D printing technology powers innovation at more than 50,000 industry leaders worldwide, including Apple, Google, Tesla, New Balance, and NASA. Together, we’re helping everyone design, prototype, and manufacture faster than ever before. We’re a team of hands-on builders, engineers, and innovators reinventing how the world makes physical things. If you’re ready to shape the future of fabrication, come build it with us. The Job Build world-class SLS materials for 3D printing from initial lab explorations to validation and commercialization Drive materials research that directly shapes the next generation of SLS materials Partner with product, hardware, and software teams to iterate and improve material performance based on customer feedback Develop structured experimental plans to evaluate material formulations in coordination with SLS print systems —balancing material chemistry, thermal dynamics, and printing parameters You A creative and resourceful problem-solver, balancing speed and scientific rigor in a dynamic environment Have a solid understanding of the fundamentals of materials science and polymer product development Hands-on experience in thermo-plastic engineering Passionate about testing and troubleshooting, not afraid to test hundreds of times Love to harness data; can design and conduct rigorous experiments to optimize materials Can work autonomously and take initiative to learn new skills to complete an objective Understand the value of good documentation B.S., M.S., or PhD in a relevant science or engineering field (all are welcome)
Requirements
- A creative and resourceful problem-solver, balancing speed and scientific rigor in a dynamic environment
- Have a solid understanding of the fundamentals of materials science and polymer product development
- Hands-on experience in thermo-plastic engineering
- Passionate about testing and troubleshooting, not afraid to test hundreds of times
- Love to harness data; can design and conduct rigorous experiments to optimize materials
- Can work autonomously and take initiative to learn new skills to complete an objective
- Understand the value of good documentation
- B.S., M.S., or PhD in a relevant science or engineering field (all are welcome)
Nice To Haves
- Experience developing materials for 3D printing, especially for SLA/DLP or SLS printers!
- 3D CAD modeling
- Programming skills (Python, Matlab, SQL, etc)
Responsibilities
- Build world-class SLS materials for 3D printing from initial lab explorations to validation and commercialization
- Drive materials research that directly shapes the next generation of SLS materials
- Partner with product, hardware, and software teams to iterate and improve material performance based on customer feedback
- Develop structured experimental plans to evaluate material formulations in coordination with SLS print systems —balancing material chemistry, thermal dynamics, and printing parameters
Benefits
- Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Low cost fund options in our 401K and access to advisors
- Generous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
- Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)
- Flexible Out of Office Plan – Take time when you need it
- Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
- Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats
- Regular sponsored professional development opportunities
- Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community
- And of course… unlimited 3D prints
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
