Formlabs

Materials Scientist

Formlabs$75K — $115K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S., M.S., or PhD in materials science, polymer engineering, or a related field.
  • Solid understanding of materials science fundamentals and polymer development.
  • Creative problem-solver with emphasis on scientific rigor.
  • Ability to conduct rigorous experiments and analyze data for material optimization.
  • Experience in documenting processes and results effectively.
  • Passionate about collaboration with engineers and scientists.
  • Open to learning new skills and autonomous work.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research to develop innovative materials for 3D printing.
  • Collaborate with engineers to ensure material compatibility with hardware.
  • Design and execute experiments to improve material performance.
  • Engage with product management to enhance product offerings.
  • Participate in ongoing partnerships to refine and advance materials.

Benefits

  • Robust equity program with RSUs for wealth building.
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage including Medical, Dental, and Vision.
  • 401K matching with access to financial advisors.
  • Generous paid parental leave up to 16 weeks.
  • Tenure-based sabbatical leave up to 6 weeks.
  • Flexible Out of Office Plan for personal time needs.
  • Ample on-site parking and pre-tax commuter benefits.
  • Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, and beverages.
  • Regular professional development opportunities sponsored by the company.
  • Inclusive culture with various community events.
  • Unlimited 3D prints as part of the company culture.
Full Job Description
Materials development presents one of the greatest opportunities to innovate in 3D printing, unlocking new applications in different industries such as engineering, consumer, manufacturing, automotive and healthcare. Our materials science team works closely with product management, hardware and software teams to develop new materials that push the boundaries of what can be done with 3D printing.

If you are a scientist or engineer with experience in polymer development who's excited to break new ground in an industry that's moving at lightning speed, we want you as a Materials Scientist.

The Job:
  • Conduct research and develop world-class materials for 3D printing from initial lab explorations to validation and commercialization
  • Collaborate with hardware and software engineers to ensure new and existing materials print on our hardware seamlessly and reliably
  • Design and perform experiments, and use the results to inform and develop materials performance improvements
  • Partner with product management, hardware, and software engineers to continuously improve our materials

You:
  • A creative and resourceful problem-solver, balancing speed and scientific rigor in a dynamic environment
  • Have solid understanding of the fundamentals of materials science and polymer development
  • Passionate about testing and troubleshooting, not afraid to test hundreds of times
  • Love to harness data; can design and conduct rigorous experiments to optimize materials
  • Can work autonomously and take initiative to learn new skills to complete an objective
  • Understand the value of good documentation
  • Excited to collaborate with a diverse group of scientists and engineers
  • B.S., M.S., or PhD in a relevant science or engineering field (all are welcome)

Bonus Skills:
  • Experience developing materials for 3D printing, especially for SLA/DLP or SLS printers!
  • 3D CAD modeling
  • Programming skills (Python, Matlab, SQL, etc)

Our Perks:
  • Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • 401K matching and access to financial 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

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.

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:

$75,000-$115,000 USD

About Formlabs

Formlabs is a 3D printing technology developer and manufacturer. The company was founded in 2011 by a team of engineers and designers from the MIT Media Lab. Formlabs specializes in stereolithography (SLA) and digital light processing (DLP) 3D printers, as well as related software and materials. The company's products are used in a variety of industries, including healthcare, engineering, and education. Formlabs has received numerous awards for its innovative products and has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the United States.
Learn more about Formlabs
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Founded
2011

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