Senior Mechanical Engineer

Formlabs; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity RSUs

Healthcare coverage

401K matching

Parental leave

Sabbatical leave

Flexible time off

On-site parking

Unlimited 3D prints

Job summary

Formlabs in Somerville, MA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to architect, prototype, and refine the hardware systems of our next‑generation 3D printers. You will lead design decisions that affect performance, reliability, and manufacturability, collaborating with mechanical, systems, and electrical engineers across the product team.

You should have a strong portfolio of electro‑mechanical work, 5+ years in the field, and hands‑on experience with thermal, optical, sensor design, and

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio of prior electro-mechanical work.
• Minimum 5+ years in the industry.
• Experience leading design and development for mechanical hardware.

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.

Skills

Electro-mechanical systems

Mechanical design

Prototype and test

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Vendor communication

Tools

PLM systems

Python

Job description

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.We're excited to build devices that perform remarkably, create beautiful parts, and reflect careful user experience design. You will be architecting, prototyping, building, and designing the hardware systems of our next-generation 3D printers. You will be responsible for key system decisions that affect the final performance and reliability of the products.If you want to lead the design and create the tools you would love to use yourself, we want you as a Senior Mechanical Engineer. Required:Please submit your Portfolio, or Sample of your work, along with your application! The Job:Push the capabilities of 3D printing by creating innovative solutions to challenging problemsBe a technical leader within a group of mechanical, systems and electrical engineers, designing, reviewing and guiding junior colleagues' workPrototype new systems, mechanisms, test materials, and research 3D printing challengesArchitect the numerous subsystems of a 3D printer for performance, manufacturability and reliabilityEngineer the most amazing 3D printers on the marketYou:Can share a strong portfolio of previous work with a background in electro-mechanical systems5+ years industry experienceWant to build a precision tool that is beautiful inside and outFamiliar with thermal systems, optical systems, sensor design, controllers, structures and algorithmsEnjoy the gritty details of part design, material selection and manufacturing techniquesCraft elegant systems that function with efficiency and simplicityCan communicate effectively with vendors and suppliers across the globeAre familiar with a variety of manufacturing methods for creating high-volume and high performance productsAre hands on and can work across disciplines to prototype your own designs and solve problemsHave experience with the full product development cycleBonus Skills:Familiar with polymers and polymer chemistryElectronics and circuit designPLM/document control systemsProgramming skills (Python)Industrial designOur Perks & Benefits:Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUsComprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)401K matching and access to financial 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.