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Senior Mechanical Engineer
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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. 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 problems
Be a technical leader within a group of mechanical, systems and electrical engineers, designing, reviewing and guiding junior colleagues’ work
Prototype new systems, mechanisms, test materials, and research 3D printing challenges
Architect the numerous subsystems of a 3D printer for performance, manufacturability and reliability
Engineer the most amazing 3D printers on the market
You
Can share a strong portfolio of previous work with a background in electro‑mechanical systems
5+ years industry experience
Want to build a precision tool that is beautiful inside and out
Familiar with thermal systems, optical systems, sensor design, controllers, structures and algorithms
Enjoy the gritty details of part design, material selection and manufacturing techniques
Craft elegant systems that function with efficiency and simplicity
Can communicate effectively with vendors and suppliers across the globe
Are familiar with a variety of manufacturing methods for creating high‑volume and high performance products
Are hands on and can work across disciplines to prototype your own designs and solve problems
Have experience with the full product development cycle
Bonus Skills
Familiar with polymers and polymer chemistry
Electronics and circuit design
PLM/document control systems
Programming skills (Python)
Industrial design
Our Perks & Benefits
Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Low cost fund options in our 401K and access to 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 $120,000—$175,000 USD
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Senior Mechanical Engineer
role at
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. 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 problems
Be a technical leader within a group of mechanical, systems and electrical engineers, designing, reviewing and guiding junior colleagues’ work
Prototype new systems, mechanisms, test materials, and research 3D printing challenges
Architect the numerous subsystems of a 3D printer for performance, manufacturability and reliability
Engineer the most amazing 3D printers on the market
You
Can share a strong portfolio of previous work with a background in electro‑mechanical systems
5+ years industry experience
Want to build a precision tool that is beautiful inside and out
Familiar with thermal systems, optical systems, sensor design, controllers, structures and algorithms
Enjoy the gritty details of part design, material selection and manufacturing techniques
Craft elegant systems that function with efficiency and simplicity
Can communicate effectively with vendors and suppliers across the globe
Are familiar with a variety of manufacturing methods for creating high‑volume and high performance products
Are hands on and can work across disciplines to prototype your own designs and solve problems
Have experience with the full product development cycle
Bonus Skills
Familiar with polymers and polymer chemistry
Electronics and circuit design
PLM/document control systems
Programming skills (Python)
Industrial design
Our Perks & Benefits
Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Low cost fund options in our 401K and access to 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 $120,000—$175,000 USD
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