Head of Mechanical Engineering — 3D Printing Tech

Front Door Defense; Somerville, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity RSUs

Healthcare coverage: medical, dental,,

401K with advisor access

Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)

Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)

Flexible Out of Office Plan

On-site parking & commuter benefits

Lunches & snacks on-site

Professional development opportunities

Diverse culture events

Unlimited 3D prints

Job summary

Formlabs in Somerville, Massachusetts is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing team shipping next-generation 3D printer hardware. You will influence product strategy, drive milestones, and hire top engineers while delivering elegant, high-volume mechanical systems.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and ownership of the entire lifecycle from concept to production, with equity and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Expert in the design and production of complex mechanical systems.
• Have shipped multiple products from concept thru production.
• Able to communicate fluidly across technical domains.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and customer-value focus.

Responsibilities

• Actively contribute in product development.
• Navigate design tradeoffs and ship industry-leading products.
• Scope mechanical work to the critical path for customer success.
• Drive program milestones and collaborate with cross-functional leaders.
• Hire and develop engineers to their highest potential.
• Improve the outputs of the mechanical engineering function.
• Influence product strategy and hardware engineering.

Job description

Formlabs in Somerville, Massachusetts is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing team shipping next-generation 3D printer hardware. You will influence product strategy, drive milestones, and hire top engineers while delivering elegant, high-volume mechanical systems.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and ownership of the entire lifecycle from concept to production, with equity and comprehensive benefits.