Bachelor's degree in material science, physics, or similar engineering discipline
Strong fundamentals in physics and a first-principles thinker
Experience with experimental design and statistical data analysis
Ability to analyze and interpret large data sets effectively
Responsibilities
Analyze massive in-situ data sets to gain insights into the metal additive process
Execute experiments and optimize processes on a metal additive system
Perform post-build measurements and analyze material properties
Track quality metrics of printed parts
Help develop and implement tool qualification procedures
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve printing processes
Benefits
Inclusive and diverse company culture promoting collaboration
Opportunity to be an early member of a rapidly growing tech company
Significant stock option packages
100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Relocation assistance provided
Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
Generous Paid Parental Leave with a smooth transition back to work
Free daily lunch and dinner, with a fully stocked kitchenette
Casual dress, flexible work hours, and team-building events
Full Job Description
PROCESS ENGINEER (ADVANCED R&D)
As a Process Engineer at Freeform, you will have the unique opportunity to invent novel processes for the world's most advanced metal 3D printing systems. You will deep dive into complex, multi-physics phenomena to gain a fundamental understanding of the system and use those learnings to create a new state-of-the-art process. You will work alongside an interdisciplinary team of mechanical, software, and simulations engineers to analyze massive in-situ data sets as well as post-print material characteristics and rapidly iterate on improving the printing technology with machine learning. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced R&D environment, solving very audacious problems from scratch.
3D printing experience is not required to be successful here - rather we look for smart, motivated, collaborative engineers who love solving hard problems and creating amazing technology!
Responsibilities:
Assist the Process Engineering team in developing a deep understanding of the metal additive process and hardware operation by analyzing massive in-situ data sets to gain insight into physical mechanisms of the printing process
Drive execution of experiments, analyze data, and develop and optimize processes on a metal additive system
Perform post-build metrology measurements and analysis of material properties such as tensile strength, surface roughness, and alloy microstructure
Generate and track quality metrics of printed customer parts such as dimensional accuracy, defect distribution, and surface roughness
Assist in the development and implementation of tool qualification procedures
Collaborate with mechanical, software, and simulations engineers to analyze data and rapidly improve printing processes
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in material science, physics, or similar engineering discipline
First principles thinker with strong fundamentals in physics
Experience with experimental design and statistical data analysis
Strong data analysis skills and ability to interpret important information from extremely large data sets
Nice to Have:
Undergraduate research experience in material science, physics, mechanical engineering
Process development experience from cutting edge industries such as semiconductor, solar, or displays
Experience with Python and/or MATLAB
Experience with statistical data analysis software such as R, JMP, or Minitab
Experience operating complex equipment
Familiarity with metallurgical sample preparation such as cutting, grinding, polishing, acid etching, and optical microscopy
Passion for developing new processes from scratch
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Location:
Based in Hawthorne, our vertically integrated facility brings technology development, R&D, and production together under one roof. We operate at the center of LA's deep tech ecosystem, surrounded by some of the most ambitious hardware innovation happening anywhere in the country.
What We Offer:
We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions.
We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology.
Benefits
Significant stock option packages
100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options)
Life insurance
Traditional and Roth 401(k)
Relocation assistance provided
Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent
Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette
Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events
Compensation
As a growing company, the salary range is intentionally wide as we determine the most appropriate package for each individual taking into consideration years of experience, educational background, and unique skills and abilities as demonstrated throughout the interview process. Our intent is to offer a salary that is commensurate for the company's current stage of development and allows the employee to grow and develop within a role.
In addition to the significant stock option package, the estimated salary range for this role is $95,000-$140,000. The upper end of the range is reserved for individuals who demonstrate exceptional experience, deep domain mastery, and a proven history of high performance and impact.
