Additive Manufacturing Build Engineer at 3D Systems in Littleton, Colorado

Job Description:

What We Are Looking For

The 3D Systems site in Littleton, Colorado seeks a skilled Additive Manufacturing Build Engineer to join our expanding Build Preparation team that plans builds for our fleet of 3D printers. Our growth pace matches our customers' expectations for innovative product delivery. Join our expert team where you'll work with cutting-edge additive manufacturing technology to create life-changing medical devices and aerospace components in an environment that values precision, innovation, and technical excellence!

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: $60,000 - $65,000 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 offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as company-paid basic life insurance that supports you during your career with us. We believe that taking care of our employees is essential, and these benefits reflect our commitment to your health, security, and peace of mind.
• 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

• Prepare laser Direct Metal Printing (DMP) Builds for custom, patient-specific Titanium parts for our Virtual Surgical Planning (VSP) product line: Review part designs provided by the Biomedical Design team and prepare them for additive manufacturing using the best orientation and supporting strategies to ensure printing success. Monitor builds through printing, post-processing, and inspection, and utilize feedback from those processes to improve future Build Prep activities. The VSP production schedule is very demanding, so the Build Engineer is responsible for ensuring that the assigned and scheduled builds are prepared and available to production each evening.
• Prepare DMP Builds for Contract-Manufactured Titanium Medical Devices : Review the weekly schedule of planned builds and coordinate with other build preparation personnel to ensure all builds are prepared using Magics or internal preparation software at least one day in advance. Follow build preparation work instructions. Adjust builds and files to meet dynamic production plans that may change at the last minute due to customer priority or machine availability. Make files available to the production floor so machine operators can start the next build in a timely fashion.
• Create Build Documentation : Using released traveler templates and designated label printing system, create the blank Device History Record (DHR) to be filled out by the production and quality control teams. Ensure labels match the traveler, that the build ID is correct, the machine number is accurate, and the quantities of parts prepared on the build match the quantity required to fulfill the customer PO. Follow DHR creation checklist to ensure accuracy.
• Prepare Builds for Custom, Patient-specific Implant cases : Review design proposals from our customers and design a support structure to 3D print them on our DMP platforms. Review common implant anatomy cases and develop a strategy for supporting that can be shared with others as a best practice. Consider heat dissipation, mass, and build orientation to minimize stress and distortion using 3DXpert or other analytical tools. Evaluate failures and make changes to documented support strategy. Reduce scrap associated with support design efficiency.
• Prepare builds for Plastics : The Littleton site also produces a variety of plastics parts for both patient-specific medical applications, as well as aerospace and other industries. The Build Engineer may be called upon to review designs and prepare build for the plastics printers. Many of these builds are also on extremely tight timelines, necessitating crisp execution by the Build Engineer.

• Bachelors degree in engineering or related technical discipline required; or equivalent combination of educational background and work experience.
• Extreme attention to detail, a sense of urgency, and a high level of personal accountability.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to communicate with a diverse team.
• This position serves the Additive Manufacturing Build Team which works with export-controlled products from aerospace and defense customers.
• This position requires an immediate start date for on-site work at our Littleton, Colorado facility. No relocation assistance is provided for this role.

Preferred Experience

• Internship or engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with additive manufacturing and related CAD/CAM software.
• The ability to manipulate files and design parts in a 3D design environment like SolidWorks.
• Experience in a regulated industry (e.g., medical device, aerospace).

Applications accepted online through April 10, 2025

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