Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

3D Systems Corporation; Wilsonville (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Paid leave (US) PTO

401(k) with employer matching

Health & Wellness plans

Global team collaboration

Innovative culture

Talent development

Employee engagement opportunities

Job summary

3D Systems Corporation in Wilsonville, Oregon seeks a Senior Design Engineer with a strong systems engineering background to advance Multi-jet printer technology. You will join a cross-functional team on cutting-edge additive manufacturing projects, with a hybrid schedule requiring onsite presence three days a week.

The role emphasizes development of mechanical components, validation through testing, and cost-driven design optimization in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or similar technical discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years experience in electro-mechanical product design.
• Minimum of 3 years SolidWorks experience is required.
• Knowledge of low volume manufacturing processes (sheet metal, castings, injection molding, extrusions).
• Development of creative design solutions from inception to product introduction.
• Structured approach to design optimization, failure analysis, DOE and problem solving.
• Experience with engineering test fixtures to validate performance using Arduino controllers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience with ME CAD tools, solid modeling and FEA.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex problems in a multi-disciplined team environment resulting in launching new 3D printers.
• Develop mechanical components and subsystems including specification, design, analysis and testing.
• Select part configurations, materials and manufacturing processes to achieve reliable function at low cost.
• Validate design through analysis and testing, designing test fixtures and instrumentation where necessary.
• Measure and track sub-assembly performance, schedule, reliability and cost targets.
• Document design and testing.

Skills

Electro-mechanical design

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Fast-paced environment

ME CAD tools

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

MS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

ME CAD tools

FEA

Job description

Description

We are seeking a Senior design engineer with a strong background in systems engineering. The role will be working on the Multi-jet printer technology for the 3D Systems team in Wilsonville. This role will be an integral part of a cross-functional team. Join our innovative team where you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact across multiple high-tech industries while advancing your career in cutting-edge additive manufacturing technologies!

Hybrid Schedule

This role has a hybrid work schedule requiring the person to be onsite 3 days a week.

What's In It for You!

• Competitive Compensation Package: Our employees are the best part of our company. We want you to feel valued, appreciated, and included. Because of this, we make sure your hard work is recognized.
• Paid Leave (US ONLY): Enjoy time away from work with Company paid holidays and a flexible working schedule through our paid time off (PTO) policy. Yep, you read that correctly. We are a Company that values you and makes sure you take time for yourself.
• 401(k): Prepare for a secure retirement with our 401k plan, which includes an employer matching contribution.
• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Plans: We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as company-paid basic life insurance that supports you during your career with us. We believe that taking care of our employees is essential, and these benefits reflect our commitment to your health, security, and peace of mind.
• Global Team: With our state-of-the-art corporate headquarters in Rock Hill, South Carolina, our global team operates across more than 13 countries worldwide. Experience a workplace comprised of talented individuals who are passionate about serving our customers and each other.
• Innovative Culture: Innovation is at the heart of what we do! Since our founding in 1986 by Chuck Hull, the inventor of 3D printing, we have continuously pushed the boundaries of what is possible with additive manufacturing. When you join 3D, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting edge technology in an innovative and collaborative culture!
• Talent Development: At 3D Systems, we invest in talent programs to support employees with opportunities to grow, contribute, develop, and thrive in their careers.
• Connection & Engagement Opportunities: We strive to cultivate an environment where our diverse global workforce can connect and thrive. Our Employee Resource Group program, Employee Recognition program, and 3D Gives Back program, are just a few examples of how you will be empowered to build connections, celebrate wins, and make a meaningful impact.

What You Will Do

• Work on complex problems in a multi-disciplined team environment resulting in launching new 3D printers.
• Responsible for development of mechanical components and subsystems including specification, design, analysis and testing.
• Select part configurations, materials and manufacturing processes to achieve reliable function at low cost.
• Validate design through analysis and testing, designing test fixtures and special instrumentation where necessary.
• Responsible for measuring, tracking and ensuring compliance to sub-assembly performance, schedule, reliability and cost targets.
• Document design and testing.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or similar technical discipline required.
• Minimum of 4 years experience in electro-mechanical product design.
• Minimum of 3 years SolidWorks experience is required.
• Knowledge of various low volume manufacturing processes, sheet metal, castings, injection molding, extrusions.
• Development of creative design solutions to technical problems from inception to product introduction.
• Structured approach to design optimization, failure analysis, experimental design and problem solving.
• Experience with engineering test fixtures to validate performance using Arudino controllers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with fast paced, multi-disciplinary team.

• Experience with ME CAD tools, Solid modeling, FEA.

Preferred Education and Experience

• MS in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with Design for Assembly/Manufacture/Test, GD&T methods, Data Analysis, Statistics and Reliability engineering, DOE, FMEA, MSA, Analytical and structured problem solving a plus.
• Knowledge of machine shop and prototype processes is a plus.

3D Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or national origin or because he or she is an individual with a disability or a disable veteran, Armed Forces service medal veteran (referred to collectively as "protected veterans"). The Company also provides applicants with equal employment opportunities without regard to pregnancy, childbirth, medical needs arising from pregnancy or childbirth, and related medical conditions including, but not limited to, lactation.