Principal Materials Engineer - Additive Manufacturing

CIRCOR International, Inc
United States, Florida, Tampa
12501 Telecom Drive (Show on map)
Dec 20, 2024
Principal Materials Engineer - Additive Manufacturing ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE BUSINESS: Leslie Controls, Inc LOCATION: Tampa, FL DIRECT REPORTING: VP/GM Tampa POSITION DETAILS The Principal Materials Engineer - Additive Manufacturing position use a variety of techniques to build models layer by layer, including laser-based and advanced printing techniques. They are responsible for designing and developing 3D printing processes, and for selecting the appropriate materials for printing. Principal Activities Conduct process, product, and applications development for additive manufacturing (AM) processing. Managing projects and continuous improvement efforts utilizing the Operating Model. Deliver on both internal development projects as well as external, customer-driven projects in additive manufacturing. Interaction and engagement with multiple areas within the company (R&D, Production, Commercial, manufacturing) as well as with customers in relation to AM powder management. Support Design for AM (DfAM) consultation and utilize 3D modeling to optimize geometries for manufacturability. Incorporate geometric compensation, support structure, machine stock, GD&T, and powder removal required to produce products effectively at scale. Optimize print process techniques (including designing and running Design of Experiments (DOEs) for novel and conventional alloys, and also to reduce build time while ensuring product quality and consistency. Establish and iterate on engineering planning and controls in order to produce consistent and repeatable product from print start through customer delivery. Support root-cause analysis techniques to troubleshoot printability issues. Own additive process qualification efforts specific to product as they mature. Perform other duties and projects as assigned. Job Requirements: CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS Knowledge Skills & Abilities Strong background in the interpretation of engineering drawings, specifications and manufacturing processes. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and leadership skills, with the ability to prioritize and focus in a dynamic team-oriented environment and be able to influence others and lead small teams. Familiarity with metal powder production and with additive process and/or product development. Ability to lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact. Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously. Ideal candidate will be detail oriented, passionate about additive and related technologies and able to effectively use problem identification and solution skills. Proven analytical and organizational ability, strong problem-solving skills and a creative, outside-the-box thinker. Demonstrated ability to overcome obstacles Hands on skills with SEM, EDS, EBSD, IGF, pycnometer, PSD measurements, XRF, ICP, and OES Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in materials, chemical, mechanical engineering or other relevant field 5+ years of relevant experience with Additive Manufacturing Experience with stainless steel and copper nickel within Additive Manufacturing *Others* US Citizen Must be able to obtain a Department of Defense issued Confidential Security Clearance or possessed a Security Clearance within the past 24 months. CIRCOR is an EEO Employer of Females / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities Get job alerts by email. Sign up now! Join Our Talent Network! Job Snapshot Employee Type Full-Time Location Tampa, FL (Onsite) Job Type Design, Manufacturing Experience Not Specified Date Posted 12/26/2024 Apply to this job. Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply Now