R&D Engineer

Formlabs; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity RSUs

Healthcare coverage

401K plan with advisor access

Parental leave

Job summary

Formlabs is seeking a 3D Printing R&D Engineer to advance our printing process and explore next‑generation printer architectures. You will design experiments, validate new technologies, and collaborate with mechanical, systems, and software teams to turn insights into reliable product improvements.

Ideal candidates have strong CAD skills, experience in experiment design, and a background in engineering (BS/MS/PhD).

Qualifications

• Experience designing and analyzing experiments to guide design decisions.
• Ability to build test fixtures and run validation experiments.
• Proficiency in Python or Matlab for scientific computing.
• Strong CAD modeling skills for mechanical parts and assemblies.
• Background in mechatronics or related engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Create new 3D printing techniques and printer architectures.
• Contribute to researching and validating new technologies.
• Tackle complex problems across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Perform experiments and use results to improve software or hardware.
• Evaluate printer performance and identify improvement areas.
• Collaborate with other engineering teams to implement product improvements.

Skills

Experiment design

Data analysis

Python

Matlab

CAD modeling

Mechatronics

Mechanical design

Systems thinking

Education

B.S./M.S./PhD in engineering

Tools

CAD Software

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 growing R&D team is a mix of mechanical, systems, and software engineers. We develop and maintain the Formlabs printing process. Our team works closely with other engineering teams to research next-generation printers and materials. We use engineering, physics, and experimentation to turn ideas into beautiful and reliable products.If you are a systems thinker who enjoys working in a multi-disciplinary environment we would love you to join our R&D team as a 3D Printing R&D Engineer.What You'll Do:Create new 3D printing techniques - from developing new printer architectures to validating minute changes in Galvo controlOpportunity to contribute to investigating new technologiesTackle complex and open-ended problems across multiple engineering disciplinesPerform experiments and use the results to inform and develop improvements in software or hardwareEvaluate current printer performance for areas for improvementPartner with other engineering teams to implement improvements to current products such as redesigning support structure algorithm based on experimental resultsAbout You:Questions assumptions and are willing to back it up with dataHave experience with experiment design and data analysis to inform design decisionsAble to design and build test fixtures for experimentsA website or portfolio document showing off your current and past projectsUnderstand programming and scientific computing, ideally Python or MatlabFamiliar with mechanical design, mechatronics, and CAD modelingB.S., M.S., or PhD in an engineering field (all are welcome)Bonus Skills:Familiarity with manufacturing, regulatory, or product standards and compliance in industries like healthcare, pharma, or life sciences.Experience with 3D printing technologies and materials.Our Benefits & Perks:Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUsComprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)Low cost fund options in our 401K and access to 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.