Full-Time

Senior Process Engineer

Advanced R&D

Posted on 7/29/2024

Freeform

Freeform

51-200 employees

3D metal printing for manufacturing solutions

Compensation Overview

$100k - $200k/yr

+ Stock Options

Senior

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Relocation assistance provided.

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in material science, physics, mechanical engineering, or similar engineering discipline
  • 5+ years of process development experience in complex physics-based applications such as semiconductor, solar, or additive manufacturing
  • Experience developing Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical data analysis, and process optimization
  • Experience gathering and processing large data sets
Responsibilities
  • Develop a deep understanding of the metal additive process and hardware operation by analyzing massive in-situ data sets to gain insight into physical mechanisms of the printing process
  • Work independently to design and execute experiments, analyze data, and develop and optimize processes on a metal additive system
  • Perform post-build metrology measurements and analysis of material properties such as tensile strength, surface roughness, and alloy microstructure
  • Generate and track quality metrics of printed customer parts such as dimensional accuracy, defect distribution, and surface roughness
  • Develop and implement tool qualification procedures
  • Collaborate with mechanical, software, and simulations engineers to analyze data and rapidly improve printing processes
  • Strategize continuous improvement plans to enhance system performance, reliability, and scalability

Freeform Future Corp specializes in 3D metal printing technology aimed at transforming the manufacturing industry. Their process allows for the production of metal parts at a significantly reduced cost and time compared to traditional manufacturing methods. This technology serves a diverse clientele, from small businesses to large corporations, across various sectors that require metal components for their products. What sets Freeform apart from its competitors is its ability to simplify the metal printing process, making it accessible and efficient for a wide range of clients. The company's goal is to provide a faster and more affordable solution for metal parts production, thereby enhancing the overall efficiency of the manufacturing sector.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Early VC

Total Funding

$59M

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

2019

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased adoption of digital twins enhances 3D printing integration in manufacturing.
  • On-demand manufacturing services create opportunities for flexible, customized 3D printing solutions.
  • AI-driven design optimization enables production of complex, lightweight metal parts.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging competition from companies like Desktop Metal threatens market share.
  • Potential patent disputes with companies aggressively protecting intellectual property.
  • Supply chain vulnerabilities in metal powders could disrupt production.

What makes Freeform unique

  • Freeform offers software-defined, self-sufficient metal 3D printing factories globally.
  • Their technology combines advanced sensing, real-time controls, and data-driven learning.
  • Freeform provides digitally-verified, flawless parts at unprecedented speeds and costs.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Relocation Assistance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Significant Stock Options

Flexible Work Hours

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Gym Membership

Phone/Internet Stipend

Home Office Stipend

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-5%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

0%
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