Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer (High-Power Lasers) at Freeform

Los Angeles, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Additive Manufacturing, 3D Printing, Laser TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in optics, mechanical engineering or related technical field
7+ years of experience in opto-mechanical systems design and development
CAD experience, including GD&T and detailed drawing documentation as it relates to opto-mechanics (ISO 10110)
Strong mechanical engineering and physics fundamentals
Systems-level thinker also able to perform detailed work; has previously delivered complex opto-mechanical systems

Responsibilities

Design and build complex opto-mechanical systems
Integrate high power lasers and high speed camera solutions
Create drawings specifically to opto-mechanical GD&T standards
Establish and own the precision alignment process including method, procedure, and software used
Perform test and characterization of optical performance including process, equipment selection, and passing criteria
Work closely with our process engineering team to solve physics-based interdependencies
Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams to develop a robust and scalable system architecture

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Opto-Mechanical DesignHigh-Power LasersHigh-Speed CamerasGD&TPrecision AlignmentOptical TestingLaser Integration3D Printing SystemsSolidWorks Zemax

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the basic qualifications for this Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer role?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree or higher in optics, mechanical engineering or related field, 7+ years of experience in opto-mechanical systems design and development, CAD experience including GD&T and detailed drawing documentation (ISO 10110), strong mechanical engineering and physics fundamentals, and systems-level thinking with experience delivering complex opto-mechanical systems.

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

Nice-to-haves include 10+ years of opto-mechanical design experience, experience with high power lasers (tens to hundreds of watts), designing optics for industrial systems like semiconductor etching or laser cutting, system and component level opto-mechanical tolerancing, athermalization design with high power lasers, STOP analysis, and working with optical simulation software like Zemax.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this position remote or does it require working in an office?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What kind of candidate is Freeform looking for in this role?

Freeform seeks smart, motivated, collaborative engineers who love solving hard problems and creating amazing technology; the ideal candidate can act as the technical lead for complex systems and work across engineering disciplines—no 3D printing experience is 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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