Manufacturing Engineer

Formlabs; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity program

Healthcare coverage

401K matching

Parental Leave

Job summary

Formlabs in Boston is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to drive readiness for new product introductions. You will collaborate with R&D to translate prototypes into robust production processes and partner with contract manufacturers and suppliers.

You will champion DFM/DFA, establish production readiness, and lead process control improvements using factory data to ensure quality and reliability across global supply chain.

Qualifications

• B.S. in engineering or related field required.
• Experience with NPI and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally 10–20%.

Responsibilities

• Drive manufacturing readiness across NPI teams with R&D.
• Lead DFM and DFA for product, system, and process design.
• Industrialize and prepare production with contract manufacturers and suppliers.
• Ensure product specs via processes and control points.
• Collaborate cross functionally on engineering and operational challenges.
• Drive process control and continuous improvement using factory data.

Skills

DFM

DFA

NPI experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Job description

About Formlabs:Do you want to change how the world creates?At Formlabs, we're building the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life, from cutting-edge products to life-saving medical devices. Our 3D printing technology powers innovation at more than 50,000 industry leaders worldwide, including Apple, Google, Tesla, New Balance, and NASA. Together, we're helping everyone design, prototype, and manufacture faster than ever before.We're a team of hands-on builders, engineers, and innovators reinventing how the world makes physical things. If you're ready to shape the future of fabrication, come build it with us.Your Impact:Our passion is designing and building powerful 3D printing tools. Our manufacturing team is responsible for research and development of the manufacturing processes for all of Formlabs products. They work cross functionally with mechanical design, electrical, and materials teams.If you're excited to help us troubleshoot processes, ramp manufacturing, and launch products, we want you as a Manufacturing Engineer. The Job:Drive manufacturing technical readiness as a critical member of NPI teams; collaborating directly with R&D teams to drive results from early prototype phases through project completion.Drive DFM and DFA in support of product, system, and process design.Establish industrialization and production readiness while collaborating globally with Formlabs teams, Contract Manufacturers, and Suppliers.Ensure critical product specifications are addressed through critical processes and corresponding process control points.Collaborate cross functionally on complex engineering and operational challenges.Drive process control and issue prevention; implementing tools, equipment and process methods to ensure reliability and quality.Drive optimization and continuous improvement using factory data to analyze process capabilities at Suppliers and Contract Manufacturers.You:B.S. Degree in Engineering; mechanical, manufacturing mechatronics, systems, or related field.Willingness and ability to travel internationally & domestically approximately 10-20%.1-3 Years experience in Design and Manufacturing Engineering roles for complex NPI product industrialization.1-3 Years experience with global contract manufacturers in bringing electromechanical systems from prototype to mass production.Independent, self-starter with strong ability to think strategically and execute tactically with a persistent attention to details.Excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills; presenting at all business levels.Our Benefits & Perks:Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUsComprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)401K matching and access to financial advisorsGenerous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)Flexible Out of Office Plan – Take time when you need itAmple on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefitsHealthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treatsRegular sponsored professional development opportunitiesMany opt-in culture events across our diverse communityAnd of course… unlimited 3D printsWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of 3D printing.Our Candidate AI Guidelines are available here. Please give them a read.