Hands-On Additive Manufacturing Engineering Co-op

Rennscot MFG; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Rennscot MFG in Woburn, MA is seeking an Additive Manufacturing Engineering Co-op to join our hands-on team. You will plan, run, and optimize industrial 3D printing builds, improve build layouts, and contribute to post-processing workflows with mentorship from experienced engineers.

You’ll develop processes for new additive technologies, document procedures for repeatability, and collaborate with Quality, Subtractive Manufacturing, and Assembly teams as needed.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor's Degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Interest in additive manufacturing technologies and processes.
• Familiarity with CAD software (Fusion 360, SolidWorks, or similar).
• Exposure to Build preparation software (Bambu Studio, Magics, 3DXpert, nTop, PreForm).
• Strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Support Additive Manufacturing Operations: plan, setup, and execute additive manufacturing builds using industrial 3D printing systems.
• Optimize build orientation, support structures, and process parameters for quality and efficiency.
• Post-process additively manufactured parts including support removal, heat treatment, and media blasting.
• Troubleshoot build failures and drive continuous improvement in additive processes.
• Develop and refine manufacturing processes for new additive technologies and materials.
• Engineer Better Processes: design and fabricate workholding fixturing for post processing additive components.
• Contribute to process development, refine build layouts, and support removal strategies for improved quality.
• Document manufacturing processes, build parameters, and setup procedures for repeatability.

Skills

Additive manufacturing curiosity

CAD proficiency

Process parameter optimization

Documentation and detail‑orientation

Independent & collaborative

Hands‑on learner

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

Fusion 360

SolidWorks

Bambu Studio

Magics

3DXpert

nTop

PreForm

Job description

Rennscot MFG in Woburn, MA is seeking an Additive Manufacturing Engineering Co-op to join our hands-on team. You will plan, run, and optimize industrial 3D printing builds, improve build layouts, and contribute to post-processing workflows with mentorship from experienced engineers.

You’ll develop processes for new additive technologies, document procedures for repeatability, and collaborate with Quality, Subtractive Manufacturing, and Assembly teams as needed.