Engineering Technician-Weekday Nights

VulcanForms Inc.; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

VulcanForms Inc. seeks an Engineering Technician to operate LPBF printers, translate designs into prints, and ensure equipment readiness and product quality. You will work closely with engineers, maintain thorough documentation, and support both development and production‑scale initiatives.

The role is hands-on in a manufacturing environment with a focus on repeatable processes, cross‑functional collaboration, and traceable data to enable continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in additive manufacturing or hands-on production.
• Familiarity with 3D printing concepts; LPBF is a plus.
• Comfort with technical software and following detailed work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and traceable documentation.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain LPBF printers for development and production.
• Prepare and execute print jobs using internal printer software with parameters.
• Support development by delivering prints on schedule for commitments.
• Assist with printer installation, qualification, and validation activities (IQ/SAT/OQ/PQ).
• Support production scaling and demonstrations for qualification runs.
• Monitor print quality and escalate issues related to materials or parameters.
• Maintain records, build docs, and data for traceability and improvement.

Skills

Additive manufacturing

LPBF experience

Documentation discipline

Detail-oriented

Cross-functional communication

Hands-on manufacturing

Job description

Founded in 2015 to develop the world’s first industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing solution, VulcanForms is reshaping how the world manufactures critical products. We build and operate advanced digital infrastructure that enables innovation, accelerates growth, and supports sustainability across aerospace, defense, medical, and other essential industries. Through our vertically integrated capabilities, including scalable additive manufacturing and precision machining, we deliver true end-to-end production at scale by combining cutting-edge technology with a foundation of proven industrial craftsmanship. Our team brings deep expertise in manufacturing, materials science, software, automation, and operations, united by a shared commitment to quality, curiosity, and accountability. We foster an inclusive culture where people take ownership, solve meaningful problems, and continuously learn, because we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes.

Job Purpose

The Engineering Technician supports VulcanForms’ Process and Applications Engineering team in advancing metal additive manufacturing for our medical customers. This role is hands‑on and execution‑focused, working closely with engineers to translate part designs and process requirements into successful, repeatable print builds while maintaining equipment readiness, process control, product quality, and thorough documentation.

The hours for this role are: Monday- Wednesday and every other Thursday 6pm-6am.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and perform daily maintenance on Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) printers to support applications development and production needs.
• Prepare and execute print jobs using internal printer software, including build setup, file preparation, and parameter selection.
• Support applications development by executing print builds accurately and on schedule to meet internal and customer commitments.
• Assist with printer installation, qualification, and validation activities, including IQ, SAT, OQ, and PQ print execution and documentation.
• Support printer operations for applications and production development and therefore to enable the application demonstration and qualification runs for production scaling up.
• Monitor print quality and identify issues related to machine performance, materials, or process parameters, escalating as needed.
• Maintain accurate records, build documentation, and process data to support traceability and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with applications, process, and manufacturing engineers to refine workflows, materials, and print parameters for quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 2+years of experience in additive manufacturing, advanced manufacturing, or a hands‑on production environment.
• Familiarity with 3D printing or additive manufacturing concepts; LPBF experience is a plus.
• Comfortable working with technical software tools and following detailed work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation discipline, and ability to execute repeatable processes.
• Willingness to work hands‑on in a manufacturing environment and learn complex equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively with cross‑functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience with metal additive manufacturing systems (EOS, SLM, Renishaw, or similar).
• Exposure to printer qualification, validation, or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Basic understanding of print parameters, materials behavior, or post‑processing workflows.
• Experience supporting applications development, prototyping, or early production builds.
• Interest in developing a long‑term career in additive manufacturing and advanced production technologies.

VulcanFormsoffers a competitive salary and equitypackage.Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.In addition,VulcanFormsprovides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous paid time off; and a 401(k) plan with companymatch.

Thehourlypayrangefor this position varies by level; final level and compensation will bedeterminedbased on a candidate's experience. This role shall also include a pay differential of 10% on any applicable shift not included in the standard base-pay shifts.