Fusion Life Science Technologies LLC
Sr. Metal Additive Process Engineer
Irvine, California•Contract
$50 - $60 hourly
$50 - $60 hourly
About the Job
Title: Sr. Metal Additive Process Engineer
Location: Irvine, CA
Duration: 6 Months possible extension.
Position Summary:
Lead the development, optimization, and scale-up of metal additive manufacturing (metal 3D printing) processes through hands-on operation of metal printing equipment, experimental design, and data analytics. Drive process understanding, establish robust manufacturing windows, and qualify parts and components.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the development, optimization, and scale-up of metal additive manufacturing (metal 3D printing) processes through hands-on operation of metal printing equipment, experimental design, and data analytics. Drive process understanding, establish robust manufacturing windows, and qualify parts and components.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate, maintain, and optimize metal additive manufacturing systems.
- Develop and refine print parameters to improve build quality, productivity, and yield.
- Design and execute DOE studies to identify and optimize critical process parameters.
- Troubleshoot printing, powder handling, and post-processing issues using engineering and statistical methods.
- Support equipment and part qualification, process validation, and scale-up into production.
Must-Have Skills:
- Hands-on experience with metal additive manufacturing technologies.
- Strong understanding of metal powder behavior, melt pool dynamics, process parameter development, and defect mechanisms.
- Experience designing and executing DOE studies and applying statistical analysis.
- Strong troubleshooting and root-cause investigation skills.
Nice-to-Have Skills:
- Machine learning, AI, or predictive modeling for process optimization.
- Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM).
- Thermal modeling, FEA, or simulation of metal AM processes.
Preferred Qualifications:
- BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline.
- 5+ years minimum of experience in metal additive manufacturing process development. (7-10 years' experience would be preferred).