Additive Manufacturing Engineer

DEEP Manufacturing; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance related bonus scheme

Statutory benefits

Job summary

DEEP Manufacturing in Houston, Texas, is seeking an additive manufacturing engineer to innovate solutions in wire arc manufacturing. This role involves developing toolpaths and collaborating closely with production teams to transform designs using additive technologies. Ideal candidates should have a degree in engineering and a strong background in manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities include capturing design-related issues, ensuring compatibility with manufacturing techniques, and creating manufacturing drawings. A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in engineering.
• Hands-on experience with operating and troubleshooting 3D printing equipment.
• Strong communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop toolpaths for Directed Energy Deposition (DED)-arc.
• Drive the transition from traditional to additive manufacturing techniques.
• Create drawings related to the manufacture of Additive Manufactured parts.

Skills

CAD/CAM software proficiency

Additive manufacturing technologies

3D printing equipment operation

Statistical data analysis

Project management

Education

Bachelor's, Master's degree or PHD in Engineering or related field

Tools

FEA Models

CFD Models

Job description

Do you like to make cool things with brand new technology?

As an AM engineer at DEEP Manufacturing, you are responsible for taking designs and realising them through wire arc manufacturing, your input will directly link to the quality of the finished part.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented additive manufacturing engineer to join our technical team. As an additive manufacturing engineer, you will play a pivotal role in developing unique solutions that address our business needs and capitalise on additive manufacturing technologies.

In this role, you will work closely with our technology development and production team to develop and produce parts for Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing.

Role & Responsibilities

• Develop toolpaths for Directed Energy Deposition (DED)-arc.
• Work closely with the production team to capture design-related issues during manufacturing and implement continual design improvements.
• Drive the transition and optimisation of designs for low-volume, complex components from traditional manufacturing to additive manufacturing techniques.
• Utilise innovative thinking to exploit the benefits of additive manufacturing while effectively addressing its limitations.
• Work closely with the technology development team to ensure engineering designs are compatible with enhanced manufacturing techniques, processes and material development.
• Create drawings related to the manufacture of Additive Manufactured parts.
• Establish design limitations of the DED-arc and integrate these into the product development cycle.
• Share design knowledge and best practices with the team to support continuous learning.

Minimum Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor's, Master's degree or PHD in Engineering, Design, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in engineering, with a focus on production and manufacturing.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software
• Experience creating, understanding and verifying FEA , CFD Models
• A strong understanding of additive manufacturing technologies and materials.
• Hands-on experience with operating and troubleshooting 3D printing equipment.
• Experience with statistical data analysis and data-driven approaches to root cause analysis
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and project management skills.
• A practical understanding of machinery and maintenance

Preferred Qualifications And Experience

• Extensive knowledge of design for additive manufacturing.
• Experience with robotic welding.
• Knowledge of quality control standard (e.g. ISO 9001, AS 9100).
• Experience and knowledge of engineering change control and document workflows.
• Strong analytical knowledge.
• Experience with python.
• Experience with DED-arc technology.
• Experience working with robotic arms.
• Experience and knowledge of BS8888.

Benefits

Salary: Competitive

Bonus: Performance related bonus scheme

Statutory Benefits