The Process Engineer oversees qualification of newly built novel laser powder bed fusion metal 3D printers monitors qualified printers for printed part quality and consistency and helps improve operational efficiency of part printing and post processing. The Process Engineer will work both independently and on teams with other engineers and technicians under the supervision of engineering management to put together project plans qualify tools for production prepare reports for release to the customer execute experimental designs monitor tool health and continuously improve monitoring capabilities and optimize workflows.
Essential Functions
Work independently to execute experiments prepare printers schedule files to be printed troubleshoot issues that occur during print and analyze qualification builds after print.
Make detailed observations of experiments note any anomalies on the tool during the run and troubleshoot issues that arise.
Perform all postbuild analysis including metrology measurements such as visual inspection surface roughness measurements Xray inspection and metallographic analysis.
Analyze inbuild metrology data to gain insight into qualification builds and identify action items.
Responsible for recording all data in a summary presentation for each qualification experiment and prepare report that summarizes results.
Work with applications team to analyze first article and production builds help troubleshoot novel problems propose test and document solutions.
Work with lab technicians to identify and resolve bottlenecks in all stages of part production.
Work with hardware and software teams to validate and provide feedback on new features.
Follow procedures to operate 3D printers and disposition qualification builds.
Prepare/update SOPs checklists and analysis guides.
Participate in team and other assigned meetings.
Other duties as needed or required.
Qualifications
Required: Bachelors/Masters degree in engineering from an accredited university.
Desired: 2 years of prior experience in advanced manufacturing industry recent college graduates with extensive handson experience will be considered
High commitment to contribute to a positive high paced and results oriented work environment
Strong desire to work for a dynamic company working on disruptive technologies and make it a success high level of tolerance to ambiguity
Creativity in problem solving: ability to quantify problems and develop analytical solution development proficient in datadriven decision making
Demonstrated ability to be disciplined in approach and thought process
Teamoriented and selfdirected
Handson experience in collecting and analyzing samples using optical microscopy 3D profilometers and digital radiography
Experience in JMP is highly desirable
Python JSL scripting is a plus
Experience with CAD (e.g. SolidWorks) is a plus
High level of accountability
Physical Requirement while working in laboratory:
Must wear steeltoed boots
Must wear protective eyewear
May require hearing protection
High frequency of computer keyboarding
High frequency of viewing a computer monitor
Other personal protective equipment as applicable
Work Environment
Work is performed in office and manufacturing laboratory. Work may be performed in emergency and stressful situations and may include handling of hazardous materials.
About the Company:
Velo Velo3D Sapphire and Intelligent Fusion are registered trademarks of Velo3D Inc. Without Compromise Flow Flow Developer and Assure are trademarks of Velo3D Inc.
With the only SupportFree laser powder bed fusion capability we enable ondemand manufacturing of production quality Titanium Inconel and Aluminum parts with an unprecedented degree of design freedom and quality control. The VELO3Dawardwinning solution includes an integrated offering of hardware and software: Sapphire metal AM production printer Flow print preparation software Assure quality assurance and control system and an integrated manufacturing process that runs throughout the printing operation.
Our team enjoys excellent benefits including healthcare coverage and 401(K) employer contributions. We believe in transparency and recognizing exceptional efforts through our monthly allhands meetings and team member appreciation awards.
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting base salary for this fulltime position is between $114000 and $137000. This salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this position in the U.S. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors such as work experience jobrelated skills related education work location and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. In addition to a competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package this position may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and equity program as applicable.
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