What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer position at 3D Systems?
What We Are Looking For
We are seeking a dynamic engineering professional with proven success in defining complex test plans, setting technical project criteria, and self-managing timelines and budgets. The Manufacturing Engineer will lead technical development and implementation of manufacturing processes, with a focus on medical, industrial, and aerospace manufacturing development including scalable additive manufacturing capabilities for the 3D Systems team in Littleton, Colorado. This role will be an integral part of a cross-functional team working to achieve site, project, and program goals. Join our innovative team where you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact across multiple high-tech industries while advancing your career in cutting-edge additive manufacturing technologies!
Onsite
This role has an onsite work schedule requiring the person to be in the onsite location 5 days a week.
What's in it for You!
- Competitive Pay: $75,000 - $85,000 per year. Our employees are the best part of our company. We want you to feel valued, appreciated, and included. Because of this, we make sure your hard work is recognized.
- Paid Leave (US ONLY): Enjoy time away from work with Company paid holidays and a flexible working schedule through our paid time off (PTO) policy. Yep, you read that correctly. We are a Company that values you and makes sure you take time for yourself.
- 401(k): Prepare for a secure retirement with our 401k plan, which includes an employer matching contribution.
- Comprehensive Health & Wellness Plans: We want to be here for our employees throughout all stages of life, which is why we offer a wide range of resources, information, and support during your career with us.
- Global Team: With our state-of-the-art corporate headquarters in Rock Hill, South Carolina, our global team has a presence across more than 15 countries worldwide. Experience a workplace comprised of talented individuals who are passionate about serving our customers and each other.
- Innovative Culture: Innovation is at the heart of what we do! Since our founding in 1986 by Chuck Hull, the inventor of 3D printing, we have continuously pushed the boundaries of what is possible with additive manufacturing. When you join 3D, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting edge technology in an innovative and collaborative culture!
- Talent Development: At 3D Systems, we invest in talent programs to support employees with opportunities to grow, contribute, develop, and thrive in their careers.
- Connection & Engagement Opportunities: We strive to cultivate an environment where our diverse global workforce can connect and thrive. Our Employee Resource Group program, Employee Recognition program, and 3D Gives Back program, are just a few examples of how you will be empowered to build connections, celebrate wins, and make a meaningful impact.
What You Will Do
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop procedures, work instructions, and controls ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and standards.
- Use engineering judgement to select manufacturing processes that augment 3D systems current offerings. Work with suppliers to scope and purchase new equipment. Establish and execute new equipment installation qualification requirements.
- Develop manufacturing methods that are reliable, repeatable, and scalable. Participate in customer meetings as necessary to gain approval of new designs and agree on required testing.
- Write and execute Verification and Validation (V&V) test protocols and final reports.
- Design and test auxiliary fixtures, tools, and processes; work with suppliers to scope and purchase hardware.
- Develop clear and concise process control documentation and procedures; ensuring processes are controlled and repeatable.
- Implement new operational solutions, including preparing visual work instructions, executing Change Orders to update internal procedures and instructions, and subsequent training of internal personnel as necessary.
- Communicate final technical reports to both internal and external customers to gain the required approvals.
- Support the production floor by using technical problem-solving skills to resolve both urgent and systemic issues. Document the results of investigations and resolutions through the CAPA, Nonconformance, or Deviation processes.
- Applied understanding of applicable quality management requirements and practices; ISO 13485, 21 CFR 820, AS9100, NADCAP, etc.
- Familiarity with applicable regulatory standards for export controls and handling of government contracts (e.g. ITAR, EAR, etc.).
- Report progress and status of individual projects on a timely basis, ensuring on time execution within scope and budget.
Qualifications
What You Will Bring
What You Will Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant Engineering discipline required.
- At least two years of engineering experience with demonstrated proficiency in supporting manufacturing operations, preferably in the medical, industrial or aerospace industries under FDA/ISO 13485 or AS9100 design controls.
- Proven track record of working in the methodical, structured, and well-documented manner expected in a highly regulated industry.
- Solid understanding and background in core manufacturing engineering fundamentals, such as process development, GD&T, data analysis, statistics, testing/inspection, supplier interaction, structured problem-solving tools, change control, and process/equipment validation.
- Experience conducting and reporting V&V activities.
- Experience designing and manufacturing tooling/fixtures.
- Exposure to lean practices such as 8 wastes, Gemba, process mapping, and value stream mapping.
- Demonstrated professional demeanor with excellent verbal and written communication skills, effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams and clearly documenting manufacturing processes and test results.
- This position serves the Manufacturing Engineering Group, which includes the need to work on export-controlled products from aerospace and defense customers.
- Ability to travel both domestically and internationally up to 10% of the time.
Preferred Experience
- Experience with CNC machining a plus.
- Experience with additive manufacturing in a production environment a plus.
Applications accepted online through May 5, 2025
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3D Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or national origin or because he or she is an individual with a disability or a disable veteran, Armed Forces service medal veteran (referred to collectively as "protected veterans"). The Company also provides applicants with equal employment opportunities without regard to pregnancy, childbirth, medical needs arising from pregnancy or childbirth, and related medical conditions including, but not limited to, lactation.
Primary Location: US-CO-Littleton
Work Locations: USA-CO-Littleton 80127
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Type of Position: Employee
Job Posting: Apr 21, 2025, 3:53:30 PM
Salary : $75,000 - $85,000
