LPBF Equipment & Process Leader - Scale Parts

VulcanForms Inc.; Ayer (MA); On-site; USD 152,821 - 210,129; Full time

Job summary

VulcanForms Inc. seeks an AM Equipment & Process Manager to own the LPBF platform end-to-end, from machine health and vendor relationships to process parameter development and production build management.

The ideal candidate will lead a team of operators and maintenance technicians, including contractors, and drive new product development on the LPBF platform by translating part requirements into qualified, production-ready processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of LPBF experience with process development and NPI.
• Hands-on experience qualifying parts in high-performance alloys.
• Experience leading technical teams and coordinating with vendors.

Responsibilities

• Own LPBF equipment fleet: maintenance scheduling, performance monitoring, lifecycle planning.
• Direct and manage operators and maintenance technicians, including contractors.
• Lead process parameter development across alloy systems from development to production release.
• Drive new product development on LPBF; translate part requirements into production-ready processes.
• Manage production build planning and scheduling with powder inventory and shared equipment.
• Serve as primary contact for equipment and powder suppliers; manage contracts and procurement.
• Drive continuous improvement in yield, quality, and machine utilization.
• Document and maintain process standards, SOPs, and build records.

Skills

LPBF expertise

Process parameter development

New product introduction

Team leadership

Vendor management

Cross-functional communication

Education

STEM degree in Materials Science or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

VulcanForms Inc. seeks an AM Equipment & Process Manager to own the LPBF platform end-to-end, from machine health and vendor relationships to process parameter development and production build management.

The ideal candidate will lead a team of operators and maintenance technicians, including contractors, and drive new product development on the LPBF platform by translating part requirements into qualified, production-ready processes.