Process Engineer (New Grad Summer 2027)

The role

You will help invent novel processes for metal 3D printing systems. You will analyze in situ data sets and post print material characteristics to improve printing technology using machine learning.

What you will do

• Support the Process Engineering team in developing a deep understanding of the metal additive process and hardware operation by analyzing massive in situ data sets
• Assist in the execution of experiments, analyze data, and help develop and optimize processes on a metal additive system
• Perform post build metrology measurements and analysis of material properties such as tensile strength, surface roughness, and alloy microstructure
• Generate and track quality metrics of printed customer parts such as dimensional accuracy, defect distribution, and surface roughness
• Assist in the development and implementation of tool qualification procedures
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, and simulations engineers to analyze data and support rapid improvement of printing processes

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in materials science, physics, mechanical engineering, or a similar engineering discipline from an ABET accredited university or college
• First principles thinker with strong fundamentals in physics
• Coursework or research experience with experimental design and statistical data analysis
• Strong data analysis skills and ability to interpret important information from large data sets
• Experience with Python and/or MATLAB

Nice to have

• Advanced degree (Master's, PhD) in materials science, physics, or a similar engineering discipline
• Undergraduate research experience in material science, physics, or mechanical engineering
• Process development experience from cutting edge industries such as semiconductor, solar, or displays
• Experience with statistical data analysis software such as R, JMP, or Minitab
• Experience operating complex equipment
• Familiarity with metallurgical sample preparation such as cutting, grinding, polishing, acid etching, and optical microscopy
• Passion for developing new processes from scratch
• Comfortable working in fast paced, ambiguous environments and iterating quickly
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated indicators of excellence and/or achieving success against adversity

Benefits

• Significant stock option packages
• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options)
• Life insurance
• Traditional and Roth 401(k)
• Relocation assistance provided
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
• Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent
• Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette
• Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events

About the company

Freeform builds AI-native manufacturing systems that unify software, hardware, and physics to produce industrial-scale parts. They treat manufacturing as a single integrated system to unlock innovation for complex hardware.