Woburn, MA – SmartTech Staffing Partners is seeking a highly skilled Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Additives to join a market-leading manufacturer specializing in high-performance cooling solutions for the aerospace, defense, alternative energy, and medical industries. This role offers a unique opportunity for a self-driven professional to advance additive manufacturing (AM) capabilities, drive innovation, and shape the future of production processes.
Position Overview
- Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Additives
- Location: Woburn, MA (On-Site)
- Salary: $90,000 – $95,000 annually
- Type: Full-Time
- Travel: 10%
This role is perfect for an engineer passionate about additive manufacturing, CAD design, 3D printing, and aerospace product innovation.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Additives, you will:
- Lead daily additive manufacturing operations, including equipment safety, operator training, maintenance, and material planning.
- Collaborate with design engineers and customers to develop innovative, AM-optimized product designs.
- Manage the end-to-end development of AM parts, from CAD modeling through printing, post-processing, and metallurgical qualification.
- Prepare technical documentation such as qualification test plans, reports, and AM design manuals.
- Train operators on safe practices and machine operations.
- Oversee the installation and commissioning of new AM equipment.
- Investigate and resolve part discrepancies using data-driven root cause analysis.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, reduce costs, and improve efficiency.
- Conduct research & development (R&D) in line with company strategy and report on AM industry trends.
- Represent the company’s AM expertise at industry conferences and customer engagements.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science.
- Hands-on experience with additive manufacturing.
- Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and pass an OSHA Respirator Fit Test.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in a production 3D printing environment.
- Knowledge of DMLS design, operation, and post-processing.
- Familiarity with simulation and topology optimization tools such as Netfabb, nTopology, and EOSprint.
- Background in military or aerospace product design.
- Experience with Design of Experiments (DOEs).
- Exposure to conventional manufacturing methods, including machining, brazing, welding, sheet metal fabrication, and assembly.
Why This Role Matters
This is not just another engineering job—it’s a chance to be at the forefront of additive manufacturing innovation. From optimizing complex designs to ensuring metallurgical qualification of advanced parts, the role plays a pivotal part in advancing production methods that impact critical sectors like defense, aerospace, energy, and healthcare.
By joining this team, you will gain the opportunity to influence cutting-edge technology development, shape industry standards, and contribute to solutions that push the boundaries of performance and efficiency.
Apply Now
If you’re ready to take your career in additive manufacturing to the next level, this could be your ideal opportunity.
📍 Location: Woburn, MA
💼 Salary: $90,000 – $95,000
✅ Full-time with growth opportunities
