Mechanical Engineer at Freeform

Los Angeles, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Additive Manufacturing, 3D Printing, Manufacturing, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering
2+ years of professional, post-graduation experience in full life-cycle hands-on mechanical design from hand calcs to CAD to fabrication and testing
Well-versed in mechanical engineering fundamentals and comfortable taking a first-principles approach to solving problems

Responsibilities

Act as a responsible engineer in bringing hardware from concept, to CAD, to production
Work with senior engineers to research, develop, design, and test complex mechanical components, subassemblies, equipment, and systems
Perform tolerance analysis of designs at the system and subsystem level
Plan and perform tests to analyze the feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components, and systems
Work hands-on to build, integrate, and validate designs and newly developed systems and/or subsystems
Strategize continuous improvement plans to enhance system performance, reliability, and manufacturability

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

CADMechanical DesignTolerance Analysis3D PrintingFabricationTestingSystem IntegrationAutomationHands-on AssemblyProject Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the basic qualifications for the Mechanical Engineer role?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering, plus 2+ years of professional post-graduation experience in full life-cycle hands-on mechanical design from hand calcs to CAD to fabrication and testing. They must also be well-versed in mechanical engineering fundamentals and comfortable with a first-principles approach to problem-solving.

What nice-to-have experiences are preferred for this position?

Preferred experiences include a Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, collegiate activities like FSAE or Baja SAE, 5+ years designing complex mechanical systems for industrial applications, NX CAD experience, and hands-on fabrication skills.

What is the salary or compensation for this Mechanical Engineer position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is remote work an option for this role, or is it on-site?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What kind of candidate stands out for this Mechanical Engineer position?

Freeform seeks smart, motivated, collaborative engineers who love solving hard problems, can run projects with little oversight, move fast without missing details, and work effectively across engineering disciplines—no 3D printing experience required.

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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