Formlabs

Senior SLS Materials Scientist

Formlabs$115K — $142K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in product development, especially for new materials
  • Strong knowledge of materials science principles and polymer development
  • Hands-on skills in thermo-plastic engineering processes
  • Experience with data-driven experimentation and analysis
  • Ability to work independently and pursue new competencies
  • Experience documenting and communicating technical data effectively
  • B.S., M.S., or PhD in relevant scientific or engineering disciplines

Responsibilities

  • Develop high-performance SLS materials for 3D printing from inception to commercialization
  • Drive research initiatives to enhance material performance and innovate solutions
  • Collaborate with product, hardware, and software teams to refine material based on user feedback
  • Create evaluation methodologies for material formulations in conjunction with SLS systems
  • Balance chemical makeup, thermal dynamics, and printing settings in development

Benefits

  • Equity program providing RSUs for future wealth potential
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision healthcare coverage
  • 401K matching and financial advisory services
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
  • Tenure-based sabbatical leave of up to 6 weeks
  • Flexible out-of-office policies for time-off needs
  • On-site parking and pre-tax commuter benefits
  • Healthy food options provided on-site
  • Support for professional development and learning opportunities
  • Inclusive culture events within the company
  • Unlimited 3D printing access for personal and work projects
Full Job Description
The Job
  • Build world-class SLS materials for 3D printing from initial lab explorations to validation and commercialization
  • Lead research that pushes the boundaries of SLS material performance, turning discoveries into next-gen solutions.
  • Partner with product, hardware, and software teams to iterate and improve material performance based on customer feedback
  • Develop methodologies to evaluate material formulations in coordination with SLS print systems -balancing material chemistry, thermal dynamics, and printing parameters

You
  • Experience bringing a new material to market from ideation to production
  • Have a solid understanding of the fundamentals of materials science and polymer product development
  • Hands-on experience in thermo-plastic engineering
  • 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
  • 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 & Benefits:
  • 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

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:

$115,000-$142,000 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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