Applications Engineer

Velo3D; Colorado; On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) employer contributions

Job summary

Velo3D in the United States seeks a Senior Applications Engineer to collaborate with customers and engineering groups to develop new capabilities for additively manufactured production hardware. You will help refine systems based on customer needs and assist sales with viable business cases.

Responsibilities include preparing and optimizing print files with Flow, CAD design, customer training on software and guidelines, and travel 10–20% to customer sites and Fremont.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Eng or related field.
• 3–4 years of experience in customer-facing engineering roles.
• Experience with metal additive manufacturing design or production.
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, NX, AutoCAD, CATIA).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and optimize print files using Flow software, considering lead times and costs.
• Design, modify, and analyze complex geometries in CAD.
• Interact with customers professionally and capture feedback for development.
• Perform technical hands-on tasks on- and off-site as needed.
• Train customers on Flow software, tech applications, and design guidelines.
• Travel 10–20% to customer sites and Fremont.
• Troubleshoot software and hardware issues using schematics and procedures.
• Maintain project documentation and management records.

Skills

CAD expertise

Customer facing

Metal AM design/production

Machining/ tooling experience

Regulated industries exposure

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical/Aerospace Eng or related

Tools

Solidworks

Siemens NX

AutoCAD

CATIA

Job description

Position Overview

As Senior Applications Engineer you will work directly with external customers and engineering groups within Velo3D to develop innovative and novel projects for additively manufactured production hardware. You will work closely with process development, hardware, and software engineering teams to refine existing systems and develop new capabilities based on customer need. You will support sales in finding and developing business cases that exploit our advanced technology.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and optimize files for printing using Velo3D’s Flow software with a full value stream understanding of engineering requirements: printing, post-processing, lead times, and economic implications.
• Design, modify, and analyze complex geometries in CAD software.
• Interact and communicate directly with customers professionally and effectively and generate proper customer feedback to direct internal development.
• Perform highly technical hands‑on tasks independently on and off‑site for extended periods of time.
• Ensure customer production success via training and educating customers on Velo3D software, technology applications, and design guidelines.
• Operate metal additive manufacturing machines safely. Always wear appropriate PPE and obey safety protocols. Machines pose hazards associated with lasers, electronics, mechanical devices, and metal powder.
• Lift heavy metal parts and associated equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Expected travel 10‑20% of the time to customer sites and on‑site to Fremont.
• Work effectively with teams across multiple departments on technical projects.
• Troubleshoot software and hardware anomalies in the system using monitoring software, machine schematics, written procedures, and internal support.
• Maintain strong organizational skills with regards to documentation, software analysis, and project management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, Material Science or related field.
• 3‑4 years of experience
• Customer facing engineering roles.
• Metal additive manufacturing design, manufacturing, or production.
• CAD expertise (Solidworks, Siemens NX, AutoCAD, CATIA, etc.).
• Hands on experience with machine tools: CNC machining, semiconductor, additive manufacturing, heavy lab, or other related equipment.
• Dealt with critical or regulated industries like aerospace, defense, semiconductor, etc.

About the Company

Velo, Velo3D, Sapphire and Intelligent Fusion are registered trademarks of Velo3D, Inc. Without Compromise, Flow, Flow Developer, and Assure are trademarks of Velo3D, Inc.

With the only SupportFree laser powder bed fusion capability, we enable on‑demand manufacturing of production quality Titanium, Inconel, and Aluminum parts with an unprecedented degree of design freedom and quality control. The VELO3Daward‑winning solution includes an integrated offering of hardware and software: Sapphire® metal AM production printer, Flow™ print preparation software, Assure™ quality assurance and control system, and an integrated manufacturing process that runs throughout the printing operation.

Our team enjoys excellent benefits including healthcare coverage and 401(K) employer contributions. We believe in transparency and recognizing exceptional efforts through our monthly all‑hands meetings and team member appreciation awards.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting base salary for this full‑time position is between $115,000 and $130,000. This salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this position in the U.S. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as work experience, job‑related skills, related education, work location, and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. In addition to a competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this position may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and equity program, as applicable.

Velo3D provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on, race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.