Senior Additive Manufacturing Engineer

Alexander Daniels Global; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Additive Manufacturing Engineer for a contract manufacturing facility in Upstate New York. This role involves leading the development and optimization of additive manufacturing processes, managing production programs, and mentoring junior team members. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in engineering and extensive additive manufacturing experience, particularly with PBF/DMLS processes. Relocation assistance may be available, but sponsorship is not provided.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in additive manufacturing.
• Deep knowledge of PBF/DMLS processes required.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and technical specifications needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and optimization of additive manufacturing processes.
• Mentor junior team members and participate in production meetings.
• Conduct root-cause analysis and corrective actions.

Skills

Additive manufacturing experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Project-management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

DMLS equipment

CAD software

Job description

POSITION SNAPSHOT: Our client is seeking a Senior AM Engineer for their contract manufacturing ITAR regulated facility in Upstate New York. The Senior Additive Manufacturing Engineer will lead the development, optimization, and implementation of advanced additive manufacturing processes to support high‑volume production, innovation, and exceptional product quality throughout the manufacturing lifecycle. Reporting to the Director of Additive Operations, this role serves as a technical expert responsible for managing major production programs, guiding complex engineering projects from concept through production, and collaborating closely with internal teams and customers to define requirements, optimize materials and process parameters, and ensure builds meet strict specifications. Key responsibilities include developing and approving master routers, programming DMLS equipment, conducting root‑cause analysis and corrective actions, reviewing material data and inspection results, supporting Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM), and leading continuous improvement initiatives using lean and automation methodologies. The engineer will mentor junior team members, participate in production meetings, support quoting activities with technical insight, and assist with AM equipment utilization and maintenance.

Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and bring at least five years of additive manufacturing experience, along with deep knowledge of PBF/DMLS processes, CAD proficiency, strong understanding of GD&T and technical specifications, and excellent communication, problem‑solving, and project‑management skills.

Relocation assistance may be a consideration. Sponsorship is not offered by the client for this position.