Engineering Lab & Workspace Manager
Department: Hardware Engineering
Location: Somerville, MA
About Formlabs:
To reinvent an industry, you have to build the best team. Join Formlabs if you want to join us in our mission to build the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life.
Formlabs is looking for highly motivated individuals to join us as we bring groundbreaking professional 3D printers to every designer, engineer, factory floor and medical institution throughout the world! Companies like Google, Tesla, Gillette, and New Balance rely on the products and services that Formlabs provides, and the list is always growing. Join the exciting 3D printing industry where the possibilities are endless, innovation is at the core of what we do, and we strive to solve unique customer challenges.
Your Impact:
Formlabs engineers design, build, and test world-class 3D printers and the tools that support them. To do that well, they need organized, efficient, and safe lab spaces where ideas move quickly from concept to prototype. We’re looking for an Engineering Lab & Workspace Manager to take ownership of our engineering labs and bench spaces — ensuring the right tools, layout, and processes are in place for our teams to do their best work.
You’ll manage the physical environment that supports product development across mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering. From tool storage and material flow to safety compliance and lab workflow design, you’ll make sure every workspace enables collaboration, precision, and speed. This role requires someone equally comfortable on the floor with engineers and in planning discussions with operations, facilities, and leadership.
What You’ll Do:
- Own all engineering lab and work spaces for roughly 100 engineers — ensuring they’re organized, efficient, and meet safety and compliance requirements.
- Partner with several different engineering teams to understand workflows, optimize space layouts, and improve access to tools, materials, and shared equipment.
- Implement and uphold standards for lab safety, cleanliness (5S), and tool maintenance; confidently address noncompliance when needed.
- Manage inventory, consumables, and equipment calibration in coordination with procurement and facilities.
- Plan and execute space expansions or reconfigurations to support new product lines, teams, and technologies.
- Drive continuous improvement across lab operations, introducing new processes that increase efficiency and reduce downtime.
About You:
- Proven ability to design, organize, and optimize lab layouts, workflows, and tool/material flow across multiple engineering teams.
- Strong knowledge of lab safety, EHS, and compliance standards, with a record of enforcing best practices in technical environments.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills — able to influence across disciplines and confidently uphold standards with engineers.
- Hands-on familiarity with hardware lab tools, test equipment, and prototyping workflows; able to translate engineering needs into efficient workspace operations.
Bonus Skills:
- Demonstrated ability to scale lab infrastructure — planning expansions, consolidations, or new workspace buildouts.
- Working knowledge of Lean, 5S, or continuous improvement methodologies for space and workflow optimization.
Compensation:
We are all owners of Formlabs and direct beneficiaries of our success. We believe that equity is a critical component of compensation at Formlabs, and we want our newest team members to understand the potential value of their equity compensation. Full time employees receive equity, in the form of RSUs. Your financial investment will grow with us in accordance to your impact.
At Formlabs, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base pay range for this role is between $80,000 and $120,000, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location and expected impact on the organization.
Our Benefits & Perks:
- Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Low cost fund options in our 401K and access to advisors
- Generous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
- Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)
- Flexible Out of Office Plan – Take time when you need it
- Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
- Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats
- Regular sponsored professional development opportunities
- Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community
- And of course… unlimited 3D prints
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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