Principal Materials Engineer - Additive Manufacturing

Principal Materials Engineer - Additive Manufacturing

CIRCOR International

BUSINESS: Leslie Controls, Inc

LOCATION: Tampa, FL

We are seeking an experienced Principal Materials Engineer – Additive Manufacturing to join our team. The role will 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.

You Will:

• 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.

You Have:

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.

Our Benefits:

• Comprehensive healthcare plans
• PTO and family leave
• 401(K)
• Work Life Balance
• Career Development
• Other Benefits & Perks

Why CIRCOR:

• Work in a collaborative and innovative environment with a focus on professional growth.
• Contribute to a diverse and inclusive workforce that values individuality and creativity.
• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.

About CIRCOR:

CIRCOR International is one of the world's leading providers of mission critical flow control products and services for the Industrial and Aerospace & Defense markets. We have a product portfolio of market-leading brands serving our customers' most demanding applications. CIRCOR markets its solutions directly and through various sales partners to more than 14,000 customers in approximately 100 countries. We have a global presence with approximately 3,200 employees and we are headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts. For more information, visit us at circor.com/ .

CIRCOR is an equal opportunity employer, which means we will not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, from recruiting and hiring through separation.