R&D Manufacturing Technician – Precision Assembly & Metrology

Velo3D, Inc.; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Velo3D, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to build and test one-of-a-kind system components for R&D and manufacturing teams. You will work under process and manufacturing engineers to ensure high performance and reliability of critical components.

The role is on-site in Fremont, CA initially (6–8 months) with a subsequent transfer to Livermore, CA. Weekly schedule is Monday–Friday, 6:00am–2:30pm, with occasional overtime and 10–15% travel for installations across the U.S.

Qualifications

• Three years of hands-on experience with mechanical systems.
• Experience with metrology equipment preferred.
• Excellent work ethic and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Assemble critical system components, maintaining precision and high standards.
• Test system components for performance using metrology equipment.
• Monitor material and parts for defects and non-conformance.
• Maintain detailed testing records.
• Ensure inventory of subcomponents and materials.
• Escalate issues and propose improvements.
• Coordinate with manufacturing and shipping to route components.
• Collaborate with print shop and engineering to develop system bring up.

Job description

Velo3D, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to build and test one-of-a-kind system components for R&D and manufacturing teams. You will work under process and manufacturing engineers to ensure high performance and reliability of critical components.

The role is on-site in Fremont, CA initially (6–8 months) with a subsequent transfer to Livermore, CA. Weekly schedule is Monday–Friday, 6:00am–2:30pm, with occasional overtime and 10–15% travel for installations across the U.S.