Freeform
Manufacturing Engineer
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.
As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in establishing and scaling the processes for the production of printed parts as well as acting as a force multiplier for engineering R&D activities. We are looking for someone with experience in development operations/engineering who has worked in a dynamic hardware manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
Work closely with engineers to design and implement scalable manufacturing processes for new hardware and printed parts
Support part flow through the factory by improving fixturing, test procedures, and post‑processing steps
Develop lightweight documentation and process standards to support scaling production without slowing engineering iteration
Build and iterate on tooling, jigs, and test setups to support reliable, high‑throughput production
Help identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in how parts, materials, and data move through the factory, and work with cross‑functional teams to improve them
Support early production of high‑performance printed parts, helping bridge the gap between R&D and high‑rate manufacturing
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, manufacturing, or related engineering field
Internship or professional experience in manufacturing, or build engineering
Experience working with hand tools, machinery, or complex hardware assembly
Nice to Have
2+ years of experience in a hands‑on manufacturing or production engineering role
Experience with metal additive manufacturing or precision post‑processing
Exposure to fixturing, DFM, or process validation
Experience scaling early‑stage R&D into production
Familiarity with MRP/ERP tools and lightweight production tracking systems
Ability to translate high‑level engineering goals into practical factory processes
Location Hawthorne, CA – 35,000 square foot, state‑of‑the‑art facility featuring large open spaces for team collaboration, R&D, and production.
What We Offer We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data‑driven decisions. You will be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company scaling a world‑changing technology.
Benefits
Significant stock option packages
100% employer‑paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Life insurance
Traditional and Roth 401(k)
Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
Generous paid parental leave and extended transition back to work for birthing parents
Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette
Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team‑building events
Compensation Estimated salary range for this role is $90,000–$120,000, inclusive of all levels/seniority within this discipline. In addition to the significant stock option package.
Equal Opportunity Employer Freeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity; employment with Freeform is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in establishing and scaling the processes for the production of printed parts as well as acting as a force multiplier for engineering R&D activities. We are looking for someone with experience in development operations/engineering who has worked in a dynamic hardware manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
Work closely with engineers to design and implement scalable manufacturing processes for new hardware and printed parts
Support part flow through the factory by improving fixturing, test procedures, and post‑processing steps
Develop lightweight documentation and process standards to support scaling production without slowing engineering iteration
Build and iterate on tooling, jigs, and test setups to support reliable, high‑throughput production
Help identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in how parts, materials, and data move through the factory, and work with cross‑functional teams to improve them
Support early production of high‑performance printed parts, helping bridge the gap between R&D and high‑rate manufacturing
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, manufacturing, or related engineering field
Internship or professional experience in manufacturing, or build engineering
Experience working with hand tools, machinery, or complex hardware assembly
Nice to Have
2+ years of experience in a hands‑on manufacturing or production engineering role
Experience with metal additive manufacturing or precision post‑processing
Exposure to fixturing, DFM, or process validation
Experience scaling early‑stage R&D into production
Familiarity with MRP/ERP tools and lightweight production tracking systems
Ability to translate high‑level engineering goals into practical factory processes
Location Hawthorne, CA – 35,000 square foot, state‑of‑the‑art facility featuring large open spaces for team collaboration, R&D, and production.
What We Offer We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data‑driven decisions. You will be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company scaling a world‑changing technology.
Benefits
Significant stock option packages
100% employer‑paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Life insurance
Traditional and Roth 401(k)
Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
Generous paid parental leave and extended transition back to work for birthing parents
Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette
Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team‑building events
Compensation Estimated salary range for this role is $90,000–$120,000, inclusive of all levels/seniority within this discipline. In addition to the significant stock option package.
Equal Opportunity Employer Freeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity; employment with Freeform is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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