Formlabs
Mechanical Engineer
Somerville, MAFrom $140kmidAdded today
About this role
Formlabs seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop precision 3D printing hardware in Somerville, MA. You'll prototype mechanisms, conduct validation testing, create detailed CAD designs, and shepherd products from concept through mass manufacturing while collaborating with global sourcing partners.
What you'll do
- Prototype new mechanisms and test materials to solve 3D printing challenges
- Analyze, validate, and iterate on electro-mechanical systems through testing
- Produce detailed CAD designs and manufacturing-ready drawings
- Partner with Global Sourcing and Manufacturing teams to scale designs to production
- Collaborate with vendors and suppliers on component sourcing and fabrication
- Build and test prototypes in an equipped shop facility
What they're looking for
- 3D CAD software (Solidworks or Onshape)
- Mechanical design and part selection
- Injection molding and sheet metal fabrication knowledge
- Prototyping and hands-on fabrication
- Product development lifecycle experience
- Cross-functional problem-solving
- Python programming (bonus)
- PLM and document control systems (bonus)
Benefits
- Equity program with RSUs
- Comprehensive healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- 401K matching and financial advisor access
- Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
- Up to 6 weeks tenure-based sabbatical leave
- Flexible PTO, on-site parking, professional development, and unlimited 3D prints
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Formlabs
Formlabs builds advanced 3D printing hardware and systems, with particular focus on dental and professional applications. The company is hiring for engineering roles including robotic systems integration, mechanical design, and reliability testing to develop and improve their 3D printing technology.
- Website
- formlabs.com
Likely interview questions
- Walk us through a product you designed from prototype to production—what challenges did you encounter?
- How do you approach selecting materials and manufacturing techniques for a new component?