Print Process Engineer

3D Systems Corporation; Soesterberg; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career opportunities in a global company

Non-statutory benefits

Job summary

A leading additive manufacturing company in Soesterberg is seeking a Print Process Engineer to enhance their team. This mid-senior level role involves developing and refining 3D printing processes and requires strong knowledge in polymer physics, statistical analysis, and hands-on experience with additive manufacturing. The position offers a full-time contract with a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of polymer physics and polymer chemistry.
• Hands-on experience in additive manufacturing processes.
• Fluent in English both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Drive execution of print process activities.
• Develop and refine build styles according to market needs.
• Apply design of experiments and statistical analysis.

Skills

Polymer physics understanding

Additive manufacturing experience

Statistical analysis

Programming skills (Python, Matlab)

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

BSc (HBO) or MSc Engineering, Chemistry, Material Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Design of experiments tools

Job description

Overview

3D Systems is a leading global additive manufacturing solutions company, offering new and optimized digital design and production workflows to enable new capabilities and competitiveness. From digitization, design and simulation, to manufacturing, inspection and management, 3D Systems’ integrated solutions combine materials, software, 3D printing and expert services to transform how things are done and revolutionize the 3D printing category.

3D Systems Soesterberg is a dynamic and leading company, specialized in the development and manufacture of dental products. Through its two brands Vertex and NextDent, 3D Systems Soesterberg is active in both conventional dentistry (Vertex) and innovation Digital Dentistry (NextDent). As a manufacturer of medical devices, 3D Systems Soesterberg is a strong innovation partner for the dental market worldwide.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Currently we are looking for a Print Process Engineer to reinforce the 3D Systems team in Soesterberg. This is a very challenging and dynamic position requiring significant interaction with a wide variety of internal and external partners. The role integrates all aspects of 3D printing to create build styles that meet market requirements. The print process engineer will collaborate closely with R&D engineers and application engineers to continually improve, among others, accuracy and productivity. This role requires thinking, hands-on experimentation, characterization studies, and sensitivity studies to ensure build styles are robust.

Responsibilities

• Drive the execution of print process activities.
• Develop, test, refine build styles to meet market requirements.
• Apply design of experiments (DOE) and other experimental techniques and problem solving methods to drive characterization and understanding of the physics and chemistry of the technology.
• Apply statistical tools (t-tests, control charts, etc.) to analyze data.
• Interact with Chemists, Software Engineers, Mechanical and Electrical Engineers, while creating, specifying, solving problems and optimizing printing processes
• Develop, communicate and document engineering activities.
• Support existing products in the field.
• Provide industry specific expertise in 3D printing applications.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key leaders and partners across 3D Systems to leverage their contributions and provide assistance as appropriate.
• Collaborate with project teams, including both internal and external stakeholders, as a contributing member by providing support in the development of new products
• Participate in the compilation and review of technical documentation for regulatory submissions

Profile

• BSc (HBO) or MSc Engineering, Chemistry, Material Science or an appropriate equivalent is required
• Understanding of polymer physics and polymer chemistry;
• Knowledge and hands-on experience of additive manufacturing and rapid prototyping processes for product design and development
• Knowledge of statistical analysis
• Proficient in design of experiments and root cause analysis
• Knowledge and hands-on experience in 3D printing processes
• A creative and resourceful problem-solver, balancing speed, and scientific rigor in a dynamic environment
• Ability to design and execute experiments, deliver results and document data.
• Basic user of Microsoft office applications
• Experience with coding (e.g. Python, Matlab, etc.), supporting innovation within print processing, is a strong plus
• Fluent in English, spoken and written
• Strong oral and written communication skills. Highly motivated, passionate team-player who can collaborate with others and thrive in a dynamic team.

We Offer

• A full-time challenging job in a young and dynamic team
• A competitive salary and additional non-statutory benefits
• Career opportunities in a global company with exponential growth
• A contract for one year with the intention of extension upon good performance

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industry: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing