Formlabs

Senior Product Design Engineer

Formlabs$130K — $190K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of hands-on mechanism and mechatronic product design experience
  • Experience with cross-disciplinary hardware prototyping
  • Proficient in working with and controlling sensors and actuators
  • Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven decisions
  • Knowledge of material properties of plastics, metals, and adhesives
  • Experience in testing with a hands-on focus and some simulation knowledge
  • Familiarity with high-volume manufacturing techniques

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate across teams to drive research and development of new products
  • Innovate by implementing new methods in 3D printing technology
  • Research and test new ideas, converting them into functional prototypes
  • Partner with design engineers to transition designs into manufacturing
  • Contribute to the system architecture of products for improved performance

Benefits

  • Robust equity program through RSUs
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Low-cost options in 401K with 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
  • Ample on-site parking with pre-tax commuter benefits
  • Healthy on-site meals and snacks
  • Regularly sponsored professional development opportunities
  • Diverse culture events throughout the community
  • Unlimited access to 3D prints
Full Job Description
The Job:

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.

About You:
  • 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

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:

$130,000-$190,000 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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