Senior Mechanical Engineer

Formlabs; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust equity program

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) matching

Generous paid parental leave

Flexible out-of-office plan

Regular sponsored professional development

Job summary

A leading 3D printing company in Somerville is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design and prototype high-performance hardware systems. Responsibilities include innovating solutions for 3D printing challenges and leading a team of engineers. Candidates should possess a strong electro-mechanical background, effective communication skills, and hands-on prototyping capability. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $112,000 to $155,000 USD along with robust equity programs and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio of previous work with electro-mechanical systems.
• Can communicate effectively with vendors and suppliers.
• Willing to build precision tools that are beautiful inside and out.

Responsibilities

• Create innovative 3D printing solutions to challenging problems.
• Lead technical initiatives among engineers.
• Prototype systems and mechanisms for testing.

Skills

Electro-mechanical systems experience

5+ years of industry experience

Thermal systems knowledge

Optical systems familiarity

Sensor design understanding

Effective communication skills

Hands-on prototyping capability

Tools

Python programming

PLM/document control systems

Job description

We are building the next generation of 3D printers and looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design, prototype, and build hardware systems that are both high‑performance and reliable.

Position

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Responsibilities

• Push the capabilities of 3D printing by creating innovative solutions to challenging problems
• Be a technical leader within a group of mechanical, systems and electrical engineers, designing, reviewing and guiding junior colleagues’ work
• Prototype new systems, mechanisms, test materials, and research 3D printing challenges
• Architect the numerous subsystems of a 3D printer for performance, manufacturability and reliability
• Engineer the most amazing 3D printers on the market

Qualifications

• Can share a strong portfolio of previous work with a background in electro‑mechanical systems
• 5+ years industry experience
• Want to build a precision tool that is beautiful inside and out
• Familiar with thermal systems, optical systems, sensor design, controllers, structures and algorithms
• Enjoy the gritty details of part design, material selection and manufacturing techniques
• Craft elegant systems that function with efficiency and simplicity
• Can communicate effectively with vendors and suppliers across the globe
• Are familiar with a variety of manufacturing methods for creating high‑volume and high‑performance products
• Are hands on and can work across disciplines to prototype your own designs and solve problems
• Have experience with the full product development cycle

Bonus Skills

• Familiar with polymers and polymer chemistry
• Electronics and circuit design
• PLM/document control systems
• Programming skills (Python)
• Industrial design

Benefits

• Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) matching and access to financial advisors
• Generous 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 it
• Ample on‑site parking & pre‑tax commuter benefits
• Healthy on‑site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats
• Regular sponsored professional development opportunities
• Many opt‑in culture events across our diverse community
• And of course… unlimited 3D prints

Compensation

We are all owners of Formlabs and direct beneficiaries of our success. We believe that equity is a critical component of compensation at Formlabs, and we want our newest team members to understand the potential value of their equity compensation. Full‑time employees receive equity, in the form of RSUs. Your financial investment will grow with us in accordance to your impact.

At Formlabs, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location and expected impact on the organization.

The annual base pay range for this role is: $112,000 — $155,000 USD.

We 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.