Formlabs

SLS Materials Scientist

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

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years experience in materials science or polymer product development
  • Proven track record of bringing new materials from ideation to production
  • Hands-on skills in thermo-plastic engineering
  • Strong aptitude for testing and troubleshooting with a willingness to iterate extensively
  • Data-driven mindset for designing and conducting experimental protocols
  • Self-starter capable of learning new techniques independently
  • Emphasis on thorough documentation practices
  • B.S., M.S., or PhD in a relevant science or engineering field

Responsibilities

  • Construct cutting-edge SLS materials for 3D printing from concept to market
  • Lead innovative research to enhance SLS material performance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine material solutions based on user feedback
  • Create evaluation methods for material formulations aligned with SLS printing systems
  • Balance material chemistry, thermal dynamics, and printing conditions in methodology development

Benefits

  • Robust equity program with RSUs for long-term wealth building
  • Comprehensive healthcare package including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401K matching options and access to financial advisors
  • Generous parental leave policy of up to 16 weeks
  • Tenure-based sabbatical leave policy offering up to 6 weeks
  • Flexible Out of Office plan for personal time needs
  • Convenient on-site parking with pre-tax commuter benefits
  • Healthy meals and snacks provided on-site
  • Professional development opportunities regularly sponsored
  • Inclusive culture events fostering community and engagement
  • Unlimited access to 3D printing capabilities
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:

$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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