VulcanForms Inc. · 5 hours ago
Senior Product Development Engineer
Devens, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$98K/yr - $134K/yr
2+ years expVulcanForms Inc. is a pioneering company in the field of laser metal additive manufacturing, focused on reshaping the manufacturing of critical products. The Senior Product Development Engineer will design and optimize the high-speed laser-powder-bed-fusion process, collaborating across teams to enhance print quality and workflow efficiency for advanced manufacturing.
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Responsibilities
Partner with hardware, software and operations teams to develop and implement integrated process – from R&D through pilot runs to full serial production – achieving high manufacturing readiness levels
Create and iterate LPBF process recipes and build configurations, including build files, post-process sequences, and machine integration to ensure consistent production of parts within the VulcanForms platform
Translate user requirements into engineering specifications that guide end-to-end product and process development; collaborate with internal teams to optimize part designs for LPBF, balancing geometry, supports, tolerances and material performance
Build and iterate parts, hardware, and tools to support First Article Inspection and production launches of products in medical, aerospace, consumer, defense, and other industries
Serve as the technical interface with customers, program managers, and operations leaders – communicating development status, sharing findings, troubleshooting issues, and aligning on production plans
Own root cause analysis of print defects and drive corrective actions through rapid iteration and testing
Develop application-specific process workflows that meet customer requirements for dimensional accuracy, mechanical performance and surface finish
Collaborate with downstream process owners in machining, finishing, and other areas to implement DFM principles with a top-down approach
Collaborate with operations and quality teams to establish standard operating procedures and quality control methods
Create and maintain detailed documentation: build recipes, work instructions, inspection protocols, change logs and training materials – ensuring repeatability, traceability and production compliance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials, Aerospace, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field; Master's or Ph.D. preferred
Minimum of 2 years hands-on experience in product or applications development, preferably with a focus on LPBF or directed energy deposition (DED) processes
Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as Siemens NX, Creo, or SolidWorks
Solid understanding of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and design for manufacturability (DFM) principles
Familiarity with quality management systems and associated standards
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams
Preferred
Knowledge of subtractive manufacturing operations (e.g. milling, turning) and their design constraints is a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Generous paid time off
401(k) plan with company match
Company
VulcanForms Inc.
VulcanForms builds and operates advanced digital manufacturing infrastructure that enables the world's critical industries to innovate, grow, and deliver sustainable impact.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$355MKey Investors
D1 Capital PartnersEclipse VenturesFontinalis Partners
2022-07-05Series C· $250M
2020-05-15Series B· $77M
2019-05-03Series Unknown· $5M
Leadership Team
Kevin Kassekert
Chief Executive Officer
A. John Hart
Co-Founder
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