Senior Mechanical R&D Technician - 1st Shift

ZipRecruiter; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the 3D printing sector seeks a Senior Mechanical R&D Technician to support the engineering team in developing custom hardware for advanced manufacturing systems. The role involves hands-on work with various tools and equipment, ensuring the fabrication area is organized and safe. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in manufacturing and a collaborative spirit. This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing technology firm with a vibrant culture and significant benefits.

Benefits

Stock Option Packages

100% Employer-Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Options

Relocation Assistance

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Catered Lunch and Dinner

Flexible Work Hours

Team Building Events

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing or production.
• Experience in an R&D or custom job shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Build critical hardware for advanced 3D printing machines.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on equipment.
• Organize and improve shop operations.

Skills

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

Technical Training/Certification

Tools

Manual Machining

Welding

Power Tools

Job description

Job Description SENIOR MECHANICAL R&D TECHNICIAN - 1ST SHIFT

Freeform is deploying software-defined, autonomous metal 3D printing factories around the world, bringing the scalability of software to physical production. Our proprietary technology stack leverages advanced sensing, real-time controls, and data-driven learning to produce digitally-verified, flawless parts at unprecedented speed and cost. Our mission is to make the transformative power of 3D printing available to all industries at scale and unlock the future of innovation.

As a Senior Mechanical R&D Technician at Freeform, you will work closely with the engineering team to fabricate, assemble, test, and develop custom hardware for our advanced metal 3D printing factory systems. You will also build-out and maintain critical infrastructure systems (air, water, and inert gases), and ensure that all onsite fabrication and R&D areas are outfitted with the required tools/equipment, remain clean/organized, and are being used safely. You will have an opportunity to use a variety of machines and tools including lathes, mills, bandsaws, grinders, precision drills, and wire EDMs. The right candidate for this role will be team-oriented and have a positive attitude with a "no job too big or small" mentality. If you enjoy hands-on work in a fast-paced development environment and are excited about creating cutting edge technology, we'd love to hear from you!

3D printing experience is not required to be successful here - rather we look for smart, motivated, collaborative individuals who love solving hard problems and creating amazing technology!

Responsibilities:

1. Act as the go-to resource for the engineering team in building critical hardware for advanced 3D printing machines
2. Use a variety of manufacturing tools including lathes, mills, bandsaws, grinders, precision drills, and wire EDMs
3. Work with custom additive manufacturing machinery, handle metal powders, process metal 3D printed parts
4. Perform planned maintenance and unplanned repairs on equipment including air compressors, water chillers, inert gas systems and general machine/fabrication shop equipment
5. Read and utilize schematics (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic) to troubleshoot systems down to the component level
6. Organize and improve shop operations; own process improvements from cradle to grave and build a first-class R&D shop

Basic Qualifications:

1. 8+ years of experience in manufacturing or production
2. Experience working in an R&D or custom job shop environment
3. Experience building complex things with little work instructions or blue prints

Nice to Have:

• Skilled with manual machining, welding, cutting, fitting and/or bending of stainless steels, aluminums and high-strength nickel alloys
• Formal hardware-centric technical training/certification (A&P license, NTMA license)
• Ability to utilize power tools, hand tools, cranes, forklifts and other heavy equipment
• Use of precision measuring instruments
• Experience setting up and maintaining facility systems with a focus on air, water and cryogenic inert gas systems
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50lbs unassisted
• Ability to climb ladders and be on your feet for extended periods of time
• Must be available and willing to work overtime when needed

Location:

• We are located in Hawthorne, CA in a 35,000 square foot, state-of-the-art facility featuring large open spaces for team collaboration, R&D, and production, as well as easy access to the 405, 105, and 110 freeways. Our facility is in the heart of Los Angeles' vibrant emerging tech ecosystem alongside many other high growth startups and enterprises.

What We Offer:

• We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions.
• We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology.
• Benefits:
  • Significant stock option packages
  • 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options)
  • Life insurance
  • Traditional and Roth 401(k)
  • Relocation assistance provided
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
  • Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent
  • Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette
  • Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events
• Compensation:
  • As a growing company, the salary range is intentionally wide as we determine the most appropriate package for each individual taking into consideration years of experience, educational background, and unique skills and abilities as demonstrated throughout the interview process. Our intent is to offer a salary that is commensurate for the company's current stage of development and allows the employee to grow and develop within a role.
  • In addition to the significant stock option package, the estimated pay range for this role is $30-50/hr depending on depth of skills and experience demonstrated throughout the interview process
• Freeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values ; employment with Freeform is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by , , , , /, veteran status, status, , , , marital status, mental or physical or any other legally protected status.