Vulcanforms
NPI Engineer (Product Development)
Devens, MA
Sponsorship not specified$107k-$146kDetected 16 hours ago
Process ImprovementMedical Devices
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.
- Process Implementation: Oversee the implementation of manufacturing processes by collaborating with in-house technicians and external suppliers.
- Coordinate machine setup and process validation while maintaining technical ownership.
Responsibilities
- Materials Science Expertise: Support analysis and interpretation of metallic materials, particularly Titanium alloys, as they transform through the manufacturing process.
- Manufacturing Process Development: Design and execute experiments that help define manufacturing process windows.
- Process Qualification: Author protocols and reports that support process validations such as Operational and Performance Qualifications (OQ/PQ), which will include understanding process control logic, materials test methods, and statistical sample sizes.
- Process Documentation: Write and maintain detailed work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and process documentation to ensure repeatable and high-quality production.
- Work closely with design, quality, and production teams to align on cost, capability, and scalability.
- 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 Senior Development Engineer will design and validate manufacturing processes that deliver safe, efficient processes that meet quality, cost, capacity, and customer requirements.
- Support analysis and interpretation of metallic materials, particularly Titanium alloys, as they transform through the manufacturing process.
- Design and execute experiments that help define manufacturing process windows.
Requirements
- Engage in the NPI process as required to understand part requirements and contribute to design-for-manufacturability (DFM) decisions.
- NPI Process Design: Engage in the NPI process as required to understand part requirements and contribute to design-for-manufacturability (DFM) decisions.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Materials Science (or related field) Demonstrated expertise in materials science of metals, particularly titanium alloys.
- 5+ years of experience in process design and qualification, with a particular focus on 3D printing technologies such as laser metal powder bed fusion.
- Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Materials Science (or related field) Demonstrated expertise in materials science of metals, particularly titanium alloys.
Compensation
- The annual base salary range for this position is $106,500 to $146,000
Benefits
- In addition, VulcanForms provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous paid time off; and a 401(k) plan with company match.
- We build and operate advanced digital infrastructure that enables innovation, accelerates growth, and supports sustainability across aerospace, defense, medical, and other essential industries.
- This role is within the Medical Device Business Unit and will support the NPI teams in developing manufacturing processes for new metallic implantable products.
- This role combines materials science, manufacturing process design, and quality-first process validations to deliver robust manufacturing processes for medical devices.
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.
- 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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