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Senior Product Design Engineer

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Somerville, MA
Senior level
Hybrid
Somerville, MA
Senior level
The Senior Product Design Engineer will lead product innovations, prototypes, and coordinate with design teams to enhance 3D printing technologies.
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Summary:

Join a dynamic R&D team, comprising top-tier mechatronics, software and systems engineers. We’re a collaborative group driven by innovation and great product development to develop the Formlabs printing process and bring transformative products to market. 

Role Description: 

In this role, you will work cross-functionally and have a pivotal role in the research, development, and implementation of new products. You will innovate new ways of doing things and work with the design teams to move 3d printing technology forward. This role requires systems thinking, the ability to research and test new ideas and convert them to functional prototypes, and finally partnering with design engineers to get a final design into manufacturing.

Requirements:

  • 5+ years of hands-on, mechanism and mechatronic product design experience, including contributing to the system architecture of a product
  • Experience with cross-disciplinary hardware prototyping, including mechanical, electrical, and software
  • Experience working with and controlling sensors and actuators
  • Strong analytical skills, data-driven decision making
  • Working knowledge in material properties of plastics, metals, and adhesives
  • Testing and analysis experience with a focus on hands-on testing, with some simulation experience
  • Knowledge of high-volume manufacturing techniques 
  • Experience with statistical tolerance analysis techniques for precision mechanical 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.  

Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of 3D printing.

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