Engineering Manager

Department: Operations
Location: Millbury, OH

Formlabs was started to make 3D printing much more accessible and easy to use for a range of professionals.  Founded by 3 MIT graduates in 2011 in Boston, today, it is at over $200M revenue, 800 people worldwide, and still in growth mode. The company's products cover Stereolithography (SLA) and Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) technology with an end-to-end system of printer hardware, materials, and software.  It has now shipped more than 140,000+ professional 3D printers, more than any other company in the world. Formlabs serves customers in every industry that makes plastic parts, from consumer electronics to aerospace to dentistry.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Engineering Manager to serve as a technical leader at our 90,000 sqft Ohio-based manufacturing facility. This role is pivotal in driving operational efficiencies, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and delivering on manufacturing automation goals. The Engineering Manager will lead people, projects, and initiatives across technical functions including Process Engineering, Maintenance, Facilities, as well as lead our hardware refurbishment operations. This position is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within the dynamic and growing field of 3D printing resin manufacturing.

The Job:

• Coach, lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers and technicians responsible for process development, automation, hardware refurbishment, and print farm operations.
• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive preventative and predictive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and maximize equipment lifespan.
• Oversee troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment failures, implementing corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage capital projects related to equipment upgrades, replacements, and new installations, from conception to commissioning.
• Experience in batch based production operations.
• Champion the identification, evaluation, and implementation of new automation technologies (e.g., PLC/DCS systems, robotics, advanced sensors, AI/ML-driven process control, etc.) to improve efficiency, quality, and safety within the resin manufacturing process.
• Develop a strategic roadmap for automation deployment, aligning with overall business objectives and production needs.
• Collaborate with production, R&D, and IT teams to integrate automation solutions seamlessly into existing operations.
• Actively drive and exemplify a strong culture of operational excellence, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Own all things facilities, including supporting maintenance, changes, upgrades as needed within onsite manufacturing, warehousing, and office space.
• Lead internal refurbishment operations, including process, equipment, space, inventory, and throughput management
• Responsible for small print farm operation including both SLA & SLS technology 

You:

• Degree in engineering, operations, or a related discipline.
  Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in engineering roles within a manufacturing environment, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or management capacity.
• Strong expertise in equipment reliability, preventative maintenance, and asset management best practices.
  Demonstrated experience in the successful implementation of automation solutions (PLC/DCS programming, HMI development, industrial robotics, process control optimization).
• Experience in batch based production operations
• Proficiency with CAD software and engineering simulation tools.
• Excellent project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and stakeholder management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment.

Bonus Points:

• Experience in chemical engineering and/or at-scale chemical production
• Proven ability to align and implement business strategies effectively across multiple departments.
• Familiarity with safety systems such as OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) or equivalent.
• Experience in facilities management

We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 3% match of yearly salary for 401(k)
• EAP Program
• In-office catering 3x per week
• 120 hours of PTO per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.  

Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply.  Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of 3D printing.

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