Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Packaging

VulcanForms • Devens, MA • 15h ago

About Us

Founded in 2015 to develop the world's first industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing solution, VulcanForms is reshaping how the world manufactures critical products. We build and operate advanced digital infrastructure that enables innovation, accelerates growth, and supports sustainability across aerospace, defense, medical, and other essential industries. Through our vertically integrated capabilities, including scalable additive manufacturing and precision machining, we deliver true end-to-end production at scale by combining cutting-edge technology with a foundation of proven industrial craftsmanship. Our team brings deep expertise in manufacturing, materials science, software, automation, and operations, united by a shared commitment to quality, curiosity, and accountability. We foster an inclusive culture where people take ownership, solve meaningful problems, and continuously learn, because we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes.

Job Purpose

As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Packaging at VulcanForms Inc., your main objective will be to provide technical leadership within the NPI (New Product Introduction) team. You will be responsible for the engineering associated with the manufacturing processes to manufacture parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies, as well as determining and designing appropriate packaging solutions for in-process and final packaging. This work includes providing documentation and floor support for manufacturing, quality, tooling, and equipment, estimating manufacturing costs, and determining time standards for new and existing product lines. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in all aspects of manufacturing operations and health and safety regulations to achieve the highest standards and a safe work environment.

Key Responsibilities

Work with NPI teams on new customer requests and projects for post processing, subtractive processes and packaging requirements

Develop, implement, and maintain processes in manufacturing parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies.

Estimate manufacturing costs, determine time standards and recommend tooling and process requirements for new or existing product lines.

Identify and/or develop appropriate packaging solution for new parts to ship both to outside suppliers as well as finished goods shipments to customers

Use data-driven root cause and corrective action tool usage to support business goals & objectives.

Drive product cost reduction and ensure meeting targets through process improvements and deployment of new technologies.

Leverage advanced technology solutions/capital investment to support productivity improvements and capacity for future programs.

Responsible for determining processes requiring validation, development of plans and analysis criteria, execution, and final analysis and acceptance.

Assist subcontractors in resolving manufacturing and quality-related issues.

Assist customers in determining product issues, including line downs, repairs, non-conformances, and corrective and preventative actions.

Ensure the safety of all associates by identifying safety issues and taking measures to proactively address concerns and adhere to the safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

5+ years experience as a Manufacturing Engineer and/or Packaging Engineer

Bachelor Degree in Engineering

Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and operations

Experience with packaging requirements for customer applications

Strong understanding of packaging testing & qualification

Ability to develop and implement qualified processes using applicable systems (process failure mode and effect analysis, fault tree analysis, process validation, process planning tools, design of experiments)

Experience in developing and incorporating new technologies into the manufacturing process.

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques, Quality Systems, and SPC tools

Preferred

Experience in Metal Additive Manufacturing.

Experience in Subtractive Manufacturing Methods (turning, milling, grinding, etc)

Experience qualifying equipment for medical manufacturing (IQs, OQs & PQs).

Experience developing and implementing automated cells.

VulcanForms offers a competitive salary and equity package. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, VulcanForms provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous paid time off; and a 401(k) plan with company match.

The annual base salary range for this position is $96,000 to $132,000.

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