Senior SLS Materials Scientist

Formlabs; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSUs equity program

Healthcare coverage

401K matching

Parental leave

Sabbatical leave

Flexible Out of Office Plan

On-site parking

Healthy on-site meals and beverages

Professional development opportunities

Unlimited 3D prints

Job summary

Formlabs in Somerville, MA is seeking a Materials Scientist to develop and bring to market advanced 3D printing materials, focusing on SLS. You will collaborate with product, hardware, and software teams to translate lab discoveries into scalable solutions.

The role requires a solid background in polymers, thermoplastics, and rigorous experimentation; you will design tests, analyze data, and document methods.

Qualifications

• Experience bringing a new material to market from ideation to production.
• Strong fundamentals in materials science and polymer product development.
• Hands-on experience in thermo-plastic engineering.
• Ability to design and conduct rigorous experiments and analyze data.

Responsibilities

• Build world-class SLS materials for 3D printing from initial lab explorations to validation and commercialization.
• Lead research that pushes the boundaries of material performance, turning discoveries into next‑gen solutions.
• Partner with product, hardware, and software teams to iterate and improve material performance based on customer feedback.
• Develop methodologies to evaluate material formulations in coordination with SLS print systems — balancing material chemistry, thermal dynamics, and printing parameters

Skills

Materials science

Polymer development

Thermo-plastic engineering

Data analysis

Experiment design

Autonomous work

Documentation

Education

Relevant science/engineering degree

Tools

3D CAD modeling

Python

SQL

Matlab

Job description

About Formlabs

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.

The Job

• Build world‑class SLS materials for 3D printing from initial lab explorations to validation and commercialization
• Lead research that pushes the boundaries of SLS material performance, turning discoveries into next‑gen solutions.
• Partner with product, hardware, and software teams to iterate and improve material performance based on customer feedback
• Develop methodologies to evaluate material formulations in coordination with SLS print systems —balancing material chemistry, thermal dynamics, and printing parameters

You

• Experience bringing a new material to market from ideation to production
• Have a solid understanding of the fundamentals of materials science and polymer product development
• Hands‑on experience in thermo‑plastic engineering
• Passionate about testing and troubleshooting, not afraid to test hundreds of times
• Love to harness data; can design and conduct rigorous experiments to optimize materials
• Can work autonomously and take initiative to learn new skills to complete an objective
• Understand the value of good documentation
• B.S., M.S., or PhD in a relevant science or engineering field (all are welcome)

Bonus Skills

• Experience developing materials for 3D printing, especially for SLA/DLP or SLS printers!
• 3D CAD modeling
• Programming skills (Python, Matlab, SQL, etc)

Our Perks & Benefits

• Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401K 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

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.

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

$115,000—$142,000 USD