Senior Mechanical Engineer

Formlabs; Somerville (MA); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSUs equity

Healthcare coverage

401K matching

Parental Leave

Sabbatical Leave

On-site parking

Job summary

Formlabs in Somerville, MA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to push the capabilities of 3D printing by engineering hardware subsystems and leading cross-disciplinary teams.

You will architect and prototype mechanical, electro-mechanical, thermal and optical subsystems for next-generation 3D printers, ensuring performance, manufacturability, and reliability. A strong portfolio and 5+ years of industry experience are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years industry experience in mechanical/electro-mechanical design.
• Strong portfolio or sample of work required.
• Experience with thermal, optical sensors and controllers is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Push capabilities of 3D printing by engineering innovative hardware subsystems.
• Lead technical work within a cross-disciplinary team of engineers.
• Prototype systems, test materials, and address 3D printing challenges.
• Architect subsystems for performance, manufacturability and reliability.

Skills

Mechanical design

Electro-mechanical

Thermal systems

Sensor design

Prototyping

Vendor liaison

Education

B.S. Mechanical Eng

Tools

PLM

CAD tools

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.CompensationWe 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:$117,000—$225,000 USD