Velo3D

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Velo3D$145K — $170K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field required, higher degree preferred.
  • 6+ years of experience in mechanical systems design and development.
  • 6+ years of CAD experience, preferably in Solidworks.
  • Experience in designing manufacturing systems for industries like semiconductor or automation, specifically in additive manufacturing.
  • Strong knowledge of GD&T and quality drawing documentation needed.
  • Proficient in thermal analysis, FEA, CFD, and simulation software.
  • Demonstrated experience in working on complex mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

  • Research, develop, and design mechanical and electromechanical prototypes and systems for capital equipment.
  • Perform GD&T analysis of designs at both system and subsystem levels.
  • Conduct integration and validation of designs through testing and troubleshooting.
  • Plan and execute tests to assess the feasibility and performance of design components.
  • Drive continuous improvements in system performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
  • Oversee documentation of designs, including BOMs, drawings, and procedures.
  • Manage small to mid-sized projects from concept to production.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams in hardware, software, and process areas.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
  • 401(K) employer contributions.
  • Recognition of exceptional efforts through monthly team meetings and awards.
  • Opportunities for professional development and involvement in disruptive technologies.
Full Job Description
Position Overview:

As a Sr. Mechanical Engineer in an additive manufacturing company, you'll lead the development, and improvement of additive manufacturing processes and products, leveraging your expertise in mechanical engineering, materials science, and 3D printing technologies. You will research, develop, design, test, evaluate, and document mechanical components, subassemblies, equipment, and systems, applying principles and techniques of mechanical engineering. This position is responsible to work independently and as a member of a team supporting the development of capital equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Research, develop, and design mechanical and electromechanical and/or pneumatic prototypes, systems and subsystems for capital equipment (involving stepper or servo motors, pneumatic pumps, valves, etc...)
  • Perform GD&T analysis of designs at the system and subsystem level
  • Conduct system level integration and validation of designs (testing and troubleshooting)
  • Plan and perform tests to analyze the feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components and systems
  • Continuous improvement related to enhancing system performance, reliability and manufacturability
  • Drive full documentation of design including BOM, drawings and procedures
  • Oversee and coordinate activities involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation, and repair of mechanical or electromechanical products and systems.
  • Manage small to mid-sized projects from concept to production.
  • Collaborate in a team environment working with Hardware, Software and Process.
  • Participates in team and other assigned meetings


Qualifications

  • Required:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in mechanical engineering or a related field or higher
  • 6+ years of experience in Mechanical Systems Design and Development
  • 6+ years of CAD experience (Solidworks prefered)
  • 6+ years' experience designing manufacturing systems for semiconductor, machining, automation, materials processing, or other related industrial capital equipment applications (Additive Manufacturing, Semiconductor, Solar, Robotics, CNC, or Biomedical Manufacturing Equipment Design Engineering experience)
  • Experience in GD&T and quality detail drawing documentation.
  • Thermal Analysis, FEA, CFD, and simulation software.
  • Systems level thinker with experience working on complex mechanical systems
  • High level of commitment to contribute to a positive, high-paced and results-oriented work environment
  • Willing and able to work "Hands-on" to build, integrate and test newly developed systems and/or subsystems
  • Self-driven and independent thinking. Ability to work independently.
  • Strong desire to work for a company on disruptive technologies and make it a success.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.


$145,000 - $170,000 a year

Our team enjoys excellent benefits including healthcare coverage and 401(K) employer contributions. We believe in transparency and recognizing exceptional efforts through our monthly all-hands meetings and team member appreciation awards.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting base salary for this full-time position is between $145,000 and $170,000. This salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this position in the U.S. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as work experience, job-related skills, related education, work location, and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. In addition to a competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this position may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and equity program, as applicable.

About Velo3D

Velo3D is a 3D printing company that specializes in manufacturing high-performance metal parts for aerospace, oil and gas, and other industrial applications. The company's technology is designed to enable the production of complex geometries and internal structures that are difficult or impossible to produce using traditional manufacturing methods. Velo3D's platform includes a suite of software tools that enable engineers to design parts that can be printed with high precision and accuracy. The company was founded in 2014 by Benny Buller, a former executive at SolarCity.
Learn more about Velo3D
Size
100 employees
Market Cap
$287.4 million
Industry
Founded
2014
NASDAQ

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