Formlabs

SLS Materials Scientist

Formlabs • $75K — $142K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of material development experience, particularly in the context of 3D printing.
  • Solid grasp of materials science fundamentals and polymer product development.
  • Hands-on expertise in thermo-plastic engineering.
  • Strong testing and troubleshooting skills, with a willingness to conduct numerous experiments.
  • Analytical mindset to design and execute experiments for optimizing materials.
  • Proactive and self-motivated; able to learn and adapt skills independently.
  • Effective documentation practices.

Responsibilities

  • Create innovative SLS materials for 3D printing from concept to commercialization.
  • Lead research initiatives to enhance SLS material performance.
  • Collaborate with product, hardware, and software teams to refine materials based on user feedback.
  • Design evaluation methodologies for material formulations integrated with SLS print systems.
  • Balance material chemistry, thermal dynamics, and printing parameters for optimal results.

Benefits

  • Equity program with RSUs for future wealth accumulation.
  • Comprehensive healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision) coverage.
  • 401K matching alongside financial advisor access.
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid Parental Leave.
  • Tenure-based Sabbatical Leave of up to 6 weeks.
  • Flexible out-of-office plan allowing time-off as needed.
  • On-site parking and pre-tax commuter benefits available.
  • Healthy meals and snacks provided on-site.
  • Support for professional development through sponsored opportunities.
  • Engagement in diverse community culture events.
  • Unlimited 3D prints offered to all employees.
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-$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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