Manufacturing Engineer

This is a full time position. 

Desktop Metal is revolutionizing 3D printing of metal parts. Our printer’s robust build processes create complex parts beautifully at a price attainable by any design and manufacturing team and can be used within an office environment. We are looking to bring on board bright, motivated team members across wide spectrum of engineering disciplines. Desktop Metal is seeking a talented and self-motivated Manufacturing Engineer to support our production ramp up. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting design engineering in early stages of prototyping through transfer to manufacturing.

The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for:

• Supporting Senior Operations Manager with initial production transfer to Contract Manufacturer and associated ramp up activities
• Coordination between internal Design Engineering teams and Contract Manufacturer to drive effective communication
• On site support at Contract Manufacturer to ensure efficient production transfer and issue resolution (up to 25-50% travel in New England)
• Development and documentation of manufacturing methods, procedures, and test results
• Supporting cross-functional root cause and corrective action activities
• Supporting Supply Chain and Supplier Quality with vendor audits and issue resolution
• Identifying and implementing cost down opportunities through collaborative DFM with internal design teams and contract manufacturer

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 years of applicable Manufacturing Engineering experience in related field
• Ability to interpret and modify Engineering design documentation (schematics, drawings, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems to manage design release and document control
• Proficient with mechanical and electrical tools used in product development of electromechanical systems (common hand tools, drills, presses, multi-meters, oscilloscopes, etc.).
• Ability to resolve complex issues in creative, efficient, and effective ways
• Demonstrated ability to process and analyze data to drive improvements
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• BS/MS Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or equivalent
• Understanding of safety systems and functionally safe design

Preferred Experiences:

• Contract Manufacturing
• PLM systems
• Additive manufacturing
• 3D printing
• Experience in lean manufacturing techniques
• DFM
• Six Sigma