Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Freeform is deploying software‑defined, autonomous metal 3D printing factories around the world. Our proprietary technology stack leverages advanced sensing, real‑time controls, and data‑driven learning to produce digitally‑verified, flawless parts at unprecedented speed and cost. Our mission is to make the transformative power of 3D printing available to all industries at scale and unlock the future of innovation.

As a Mechanical Engineer at Freeform, you will own projects cradle to grave as a responsible engineer, taking designs from concept through design, fabrication, testing, and implementation. You will contribute to overall machine system architecture, will design complex subsystems, and will work cross‑functionally with electrical and software engineering teams to integrate electro‑mechanical/automation solutions. The ideal candidate is capable of running projects with little oversight, is an extreme problem solver with the ability to move fast without missing important details, and has the ability to work effectively with other engineering disciplines.

3D printing experience is not required – we look for smart, motivated, collaborative engineers who love solving hard problems and creating amazing technology.

• 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, sub‑assemblies, equipment, and systems.
• Perform tolerance analysis of designs at the system and subsystem level.
• Plan and perform tests to analyze 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.

• 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 calculations to CAD to fabrication and testing.
• Well‑versed in mechanical engineering fundamentals and comfortable taking a first‑principles approach to solving problems.

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Experience in collegiate engineering activities such as FSAE, Baja SAE, rocket clubs, or robotics clubs.
• 5+ years of experience designing complex mechanical systems for semiconductor, machining, automation, materials processing, or other related industrial manufacturing or capital equipment applications.
• Experience with NX for CAD design.
• Hands‑on fabrication / machine shop experience (manual mill, manual lathe, hand tools, etc.).
• Knowledge of motion control and kinematics.
• Experience with design of fluid or thermal systems.
• Working knowledge of electromechanical systems.
• Passion for improving the state of metal 3D printing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

We are located in Hawthorne, CA in a 35,000‑square‑foot, state‑of‑the‑art facility featuring large open spaces for team collaboration, R&D, and production, as well as easy access to the 405, 105, and 110 freeways. Our facility is in the heart of Los Angeles' vibrant emerging tech ecosystem alongside many other high‑growth startups and enterprises.

• We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data‑driven decisions.
• We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world‑changing technology.
• 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.
• Compensation
  • Salary range is $90,000–$140,000, inclusive of all levels/seniority within this discipline.
  • In addition to the significant stock option package, compensation will be commensurate with experience, educational background, and unique skills demonstrated throughout the interview process.
• Freeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity; employment with Freeform is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.