Internship

R&D Engineering Intern

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Formlabs

Formlabs

501-1,000 employees

Advanced 3D printing solutions for dentistry

Industrial & Manufacturing
Healthcare

Cambridge, MA, USA

Category
Design Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
Python
MATLAB
Data Analysis

You match the following Formlabs's candidate preferences

Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:

Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Are willing to question assumptions and back it up with data
  • Are able to work autonomously to research
  • Have experience with experiment design and data analysis
  • Understand programming and scientific computing, ideally Python or Matlab
  • Are familiar with mechanical design, mechatronics, and CAD modeling
Responsibilities
  • Design, build, and innovate new 3D printing techniques - from developing new printer architectures to validating minute changes in galvo control
  • Work across teams to help implement improvements to current products such as redesigning support structure algorithm based on experiment results
  • Evaluate current printer performance for areas for improvement
  • Design and execute experiments and use results to inform and develop improvements in software or hardware
  • Tackle complex and open-ended problems across multiple engineering disciplines
Desired Qualifications
  • Previous work on a consumer product
  • Developed physics-based models of complex systems

Formlabs specializes in 3D printing solutions specifically designed for the dental industry. Their main product, the Form 3B printer, is recognized for its speed, accuracy, and user-friendly design, making it suitable for both chairside and laboratory applications. The printers work by using advanced technology to create precise dental models and devices from proprietary resins, allowing dental professionals to fabricate items in-house efficiently. Unlike many competitors, Formlabs focuses exclusively on the dental sector, providing tailored solutions that streamline workflows and enhance patient care. The goal of Formlabs is to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of dental practices by offering high-quality 3D printing tools and support.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$246.8M

Headquarters

Somerville, Massachusetts

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Formlabs' acquisition of Micronics expands their SLS 3D printing capabilities and market reach.
  • The launch of Form 4 printer offers faster print speeds, boosting productivity for professionals.
  • Growing demand for dental 3D printing solutions supports Formlabs' specialized product offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from emerging 3D printing companies threatens Formlabs' market share.
  • Rapid technological advancements require continuous R&D investment, straining financial resources.
  • Recent layoffs suggest internal challenges in meeting efficiency targets, affecting stability.

What makes Formlabs unique

  • Formlabs offers high-resolution 3D printers for diverse industries, including dental and healthcare.
  • Their proprietary Low Force Stereolithography (LFS)™ technology enhances print quality and reliability.
  • Formlabs' extensive material library supports specialized applications, like dental resins and industrial parts.

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Benefits

Flexible vacation

Premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid parental leave

Commuter benefits

Unlimited 3D prints