Vulcanforms
Engineering Technician - Weekend Nights
Devens, MA
Sponsorship not specified$32k-$38kDetected 13 days ago
Mechanical Design
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.
- The hours for this role are: Wednesday to Friday and e/o Thursday 6pm - 6am.
- Assist with printer installation, qualification, and validation activities, including IQ, SAT, OQ, and PQ print execution and documentation.
Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and perform daily maintenance on OEM Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) printers to support applications development and production needs.
- Prepare and execute print jobs using OEM printer software, including build setup, file preparation, and parameter selection.
- Support applications development by executing print builds accurately and on schedule to meet internal and customer commitments.
- Support OEM printer operations for applications and production development and therefore to enable the application demonstration and qualification runs for production scaling up.
- Maintain accurate records, build documentation, and process data to support traceability and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with applications, process, and manufacturing engineers to refine workflows, materials, and print parameters for quality and efficiency.
- 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.
- We foster an inclusive culture where people take ownership, solve meaningful problems, and continuously learn, because we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes.
- Job Purpose The Additive Manufacturing Specialist supports VulcanForms' Applications and Process Engineering team by operating, maintaining, and optimizing our printers to enable applications development and production readiness.
- This role is hands-on and execution-focused, working closely with engineers to translate part designs into successful print builds while ensuring equipment readiness, print quality, and thorough documentation.
Requirements
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field - or equivalent hands-on experience.
- 2+years of experience in additive manufacturing, advanced manufacturing, or a hands-on production environment.
- Qualifications Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field - or equivalent hands-on experience.
- Preferred Qualifications Hands-on experience with metal additive manufacturing systems (EOS, SLM, Renishaw, or similar).
Nice to have
- Hands-on experience with metal additive manufacturing systems (EOS, SLM, Renishaw, or similar).
- Exposure to printer qualification, validation, or regulated manufacturing environments.
- Basic understanding of print parameters, materials behavior, or post-processing workflows.
- Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.
- and a 401(k) plan with company match.
- Familiarity with 3D printing or additive manufacturing concepts
- LPBF experience is a plus.
Compensation
- $32k-$38k
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.
- We build and operate advanced digital infrastructure that enables innovation, accelerates growth, and supports sustainability across aerospace, defense, medical, and other essential industries.
- 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.
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