Manufacturing Engineer (New Grad January 2026) at Freeform

Los Angeles, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Additive Manufacturing, 3D PrintingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or manufacturing engineering from an ABET-accredited university or college
Hands-on manufacturing or build experience from internships or engineering clubs such as FSAE, Baja SAE, solar car, rocket club, robotics club, or similar
Experience working with hand tools, machinery, or complex hardware assembly

Responsibilities

Work closely with engineers to design and implement scalable manufacturing processes for new hardware and printed parts
Support part flow through the factory by improving fixturing, test procedures, and post-processing steps
Develop lightweight documentation and process standards to support scaling production without slowing engineering iteration
Build and iterate on tooling, jigs, and test setups to support reliable, high-throughput production
Help identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in how parts, materials, and data move through the factory, and work with cross-functional teams to improve them
Support early production of high-performance printed parts, helping bridge the gap between R&D and high-rate manufacturing
Contribute to CNC machining workflows, including programming, setup, and optimization of multi-axis operations for post-processing of printed parts

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

CNC machining3D printingfixturingpost-processingtooling designjigstest setupsprocess optimizationmanufacturing processes

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the basic qualifications for this Manufacturing Engineer role?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or manufacturing engineering from an ABET-accredited university, hands-on manufacturing or build experience from internships or engineering clubs like FSAE or Baja SAE, and experience with hand tools, machinery, or complex hardware assembly.

Is 3D printing experience required for this position?

No, 3D printing experience is not required; the company seeks smart, motivated, collaborative individuals who enjoy solving hard problems.

What does the role involve in terms of responsibilities?

Responsibilities include designing scalable manufacturing processes, improving fixturing and post-processing, developing documentation and tooling, identifying bottlenecks, and contributing to CNC machining workflows for post-processing printed parts.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What kind of hands-on experience makes a strong candidate for this new grad role?

Strong candidates have hands-on manufacturing or build experience from internships or engineering clubs such as FSAE, Baja SAE, solar car, rocket club, or robotics club, plus experience with hand tools, machinery, or complex hardware assembly; nice-to-haves include CNC machining experience.

Freeform

3D metal printing for manufacturing solutions

About Freeform

Freeform Future Corp specializes in 3D metal printing technology aimed at 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, by simplifying the metal printing process and making it accessible to various industries. What sets Freeform apart from its competitors is its focus on speed and cost efficiency, enabling clients to produce parts quickly and affordably. The company's goal is to transform the manufacturing landscape by providing a reliable and efficient solution for metal parts production.

Los Angeles, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2019Year Founded

$57.4MTotal Funding

EARLY_VCCompany Stage

Industrial & Manufacturing, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

11-50Employees

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

Risks

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.

Differentiation

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.

Upsides

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.

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