Zimmer Biomet
Patient Specific - Sr Additive Manufacturing Engineer
Zimmer Biomet, Englewood, Colorado, us, 80151
Patient Specific - Sr Additive Manufacturing Engineer
Zimmer Biomet is a global medical technology leader. As a team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. The Additive Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for executing and supporting day-to-day manufacturing operations of Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) created parts at Paragon 28. This is an ISO 13485–regulated site producing medical products. Scope includes file receipt, build preparation, scheduling support, part finishing, inspection, packaging, and shipping of medical devices. Essential Responsibilities And Duties Prepare, set up, and monitor additive manufacturing builds (SLS). Post-process manufactured parts using tools and machinery (e.g., bead blasters, drills, finishing equipment). Inspect and validate parts using pin gauges, calipers, and other quality inspection tools. Maintain additive manufacturing equipment and shop environment in compliance with ISO 13485. Generate build documentation including Device History Records (DHRs). Follow and revise/improve existing SOPs and contribute to the creation of new procedures as needed. Evaluate failures and recommend process or design adjustments to improve quality and reduce scrap. Support engineering teams in bringing new products and manufacturing processes into production through process development and validation. Develop, monitor and improve KPIs including lead time and COGS related to the lab Participate in continuous improvement activities to increase efficiency and reliability of manufacturing operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design engineering, quality, and supply chain. Other duties as assigned. Qualification Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline. 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering; additive manufacturing experience strongly preferred. Hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment, post-processing, and inspection tools. Experience with Equipment Validation activities and development and execution of IQ/OQ/PQ. Proficiency with CAD/CAM software for manipulating files and preparing builds. Knowledge of ISO 13485 or other regulated industry requirements (medical device, aerospace, etc.). Experience with additive manufacturing processes, particularly SLS, preferred. Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems a plus. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word). Strong communication and teamwork skills. Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma is a plus. Work Environment This job is performed in a manufacturing environment. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to work with their hands to create finished parts from the initial 3D-printed form. This requires operating machinery such as bead-blasters, dust collectors, and other finishing equipment. The ability to use hand tools, such as drills, and inspection equipment, such as pin gauges, is required. Compensation Data Annual Salary Range: $78,000-$120,000 USD depending on skills and experience Zimmer Biomet is an equal opportunities employer.
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Zimmer Biomet is a global medical technology leader. As a team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. The Additive Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for executing and supporting day-to-day manufacturing operations of Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) created parts at Paragon 28. This is an ISO 13485–regulated site producing medical products. Scope includes file receipt, build preparation, scheduling support, part finishing, inspection, packaging, and shipping of medical devices. Essential Responsibilities And Duties Prepare, set up, and monitor additive manufacturing builds (SLS). Post-process manufactured parts using tools and machinery (e.g., bead blasters, drills, finishing equipment). Inspect and validate parts using pin gauges, calipers, and other quality inspection tools. Maintain additive manufacturing equipment and shop environment in compliance with ISO 13485. Generate build documentation including Device History Records (DHRs). Follow and revise/improve existing SOPs and contribute to the creation of new procedures as needed. Evaluate failures and recommend process or design adjustments to improve quality and reduce scrap. Support engineering teams in bringing new products and manufacturing processes into production through process development and validation. Develop, monitor and improve KPIs including lead time and COGS related to the lab Participate in continuous improvement activities to increase efficiency and reliability of manufacturing operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design engineering, quality, and supply chain. Other duties as assigned. Qualification Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline. 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering; additive manufacturing experience strongly preferred. Hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment, post-processing, and inspection tools. Experience with Equipment Validation activities and development and execution of IQ/OQ/PQ. Proficiency with CAD/CAM software for manipulating files and preparing builds. Knowledge of ISO 13485 or other regulated industry requirements (medical device, aerospace, etc.). Experience with additive manufacturing processes, particularly SLS, preferred. Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems a plus. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word). Strong communication and teamwork skills. Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma is a plus. Work Environment This job is performed in a manufacturing environment. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to work with their hands to create finished parts from the initial 3D-printed form. This requires operating machinery such as bead-blasters, dust collectors, and other finishing equipment. The ability to use hand tools, such as drills, and inspection equipment, such as pin gauges, is required. Compensation Data Annual Salary Range: $78,000-$120,000 USD depending on skills and experience Zimmer Biomet is an equal opportunities employer.
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