VulcanForms
Staff Thermal Process & Furnace Engineer
Devens, MA · Staff+
Sponsorship not specified$124k-$185kDetected 22 days ago
NegotiationPLCMechanical DesignAR/VRMedical DevicesCommunicationSCADA
About the role
- Our team brings deep expertise in manufacturing, materials science, software, automation, and operations, united by a shared commitment to quality, curiosity, and accountability.
- Success in this role means independently navigating complex technical boundaries to take advanced furnace systems from initial unboxing through strict pyrometric validation and into a highly optimized, 24/7 stable manufacturing state.
- Serve as the ultimate site authority for thermal precision.
Responsibilities
- Independently lead the end-to-end deployment, commissioning, and verification of complex, multi-million dollar industrial vacuum, batch, and inert-atmosphere (N₂, Ar, H₂) furnace systems.
- Own the creation and execution of rigorous Installation Qualification (IQ) and Operational Qualification (OQ) protocols.
- Design complex Design of Experiments (DOE) using statistical software (Minitab or JMP) to manipulate heating/cooling ramp rates, gas delivery/exhaust flows, and soak times to achieve flawless mechanical and aesthetic for the product.
- Define, monitor, and optimize macro-level equipment KPIs (OEE, Uptime, MTBF, MTTR) and process/production KPIs (Thermal Yield, Scrap Rates, Cycle Times, Process Capability Cp/Cpk).
- Drive a culture of world-class engineering excellence across the site.
- While free from administrative direct reports, you will actively lead critical design reviews, shape thermal engineering hiring strategies, define standard operating procedures (SOPs), and coach and grow the skills of junior and mid-level engineers.
- Collaborate seamlessly across internal Quality, Product Development, Operations, and Maintenance teams to integrate thermal cells into enterprise "digital threads" (MES/PLM/PLC networks) and eliminate launch blockers.
- Proven ability to build, execute, and analyze DOEs and statistical process control (SPC) data using Minitab, JMP, or equivalent data tools to establish stable manufacturing windows.
- About Us Founded in 2015 to develop the world's first industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing solution, VulcanForms is reshaping how the world manufactures critical products.
- We foster an inclusive culture where people take ownership, solve meaningful problems, and continuously learn, because we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering.
Nice to have
- Advanced expertise in configuring SCADA monitoring networks, PLC/HMI control architectures, and vacuum pump arrays (turbo, diffusion, or mechanical systems).
- Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.
- and a 401(k) plan with company match.
Compensation
- $124k-$185k
Benefits
- We build and operate advanced digital infrastructure that enables innovation, accelerates growth, and supports sustainability across aerospace, defense, medical, and other essential industries.
Company info
- Founded in 2015 to develop the world's first industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing solution, VulcanForms is reshaping how the world manufactures critical products.
- Through our vertically integrated capabilities, including scalable additive manufacturing and precision machining, we deliver true end-to-end production at scale by combining cutting-edge technology with a foundation of proven industrial craftsmanship.
- Job Purpose As the Staff Thermal Process & Furnace Engineer, you will serve as the principal technical authority and strategic execution leader for the advanced thermal processing and atmosphere-controlled furnace infrastructure powering VulcanForms' newest, highest-priority program launch.
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