Metal Additive Manufacturing Programming & Process Engineer

Precision Resource • Shelton, CT • 1h ago

Join Our Team in Shelton, CT as a Metal Additive Manufacturing Programming & Process Engineer.

Dependable. Enthusiastic. Driven to succeed. To contribute to our growing global family, apply now.

Family-owned for over 75 years, Precision Resource is a leading global supplier of precision metal components and assemblies using cutting edge technology, including additive and fineblanking production methods. We provide solutions to quality, cost and production challenges for market-leading customers in industries such as automotive, heavy duty, medical, aerospace, electronics, tools, hardware, military and defense.

We offer :

Benefits package including health, dental, life and vision insurance

401(k) with match and profit sharing

Annual bonus based on division profitability

Vacation and flexible paid holidays

Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition reimbursement and paid training

Work with an established team of long-term employees

To learn more, visit www.precisionresource.com/careers/

Position Summary

The Additive Programming & Process Engineer is responsible for connecting digital build preparation, Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF), precision machining, and inspection to deliver repeatable, production-ready metal components. This hands-on role develops build strategies and manufacturing processes, working with engineering, technicians, machinists, quality, and customers to improve part quality, cost, and delivery. CNC programming or machining experience is preferred.

What You'll Do

Review customer CAD models, drawings, and specifications; prepare or repair models and define build requirements, machining allowances, and manufacturing risks.

Configure and slice build jobs: optimize part orientation, nesting, and support structures to balance thermal dissipation, residual stress, distortion, build-plate utilization, and ease of post-processing.

Develop laser vector and scan strategies, including contouring, striping, or checkerboard approaches; select approved parameter sets for part geometry, mechanical properties, and surface finish. Validate and obtain approval for parameter changes before production use.

Use digital build simulation, where available, to assess thermal stress, deformation, and recoater interference; resolve risks before releasing builds.

Deliver verified build files, setup sheets, and controlled work instructions; confirm revisions, materials, approved parameters, and machine readiness with production technicians.

Support first builds and production troubleshooting through structured trials, build-data analysis, and root-cause investigation; improve yield, repeatability, throughput, and finished-part cost.

Coordinate powder traceability, heat treatment, support removal, wire EDM, finishing, and CNC machining, as applicable; collaborate on datums, workholding, machining access, and inspection requirements.

Partner with quality on inspection plans, material testing, first-article activities, and process qualification; maintain build libraries, parameter revisions, build histories, and engineering/ERP records.

Communicate technical issues and production priorities, guide operators, and follow approved safety, material-handling, contamination-control, and change-control procedures. Perform other related duties as assigned.

What You Bring

Degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, materials science, or a related field-or equivalent technical education and relevant practical experience.

Hands-on experience in metal LPBF build preparation and production support, with practical manufacturing problem-solving skills.

Proficiency with 3D CAD, engineering drawings, GD&T, and revision-controlled documentation

CNC programming, setup, or machining experience, including machining allowances, datums, fixturing, and finishing of additively manufactured parts; Mastercam experience is a plus.

Experience with AM build-preparation tools, OEM slicing software, and thermal/mechanical build simulation; SolidWorks experience is a plus.

Knowledge of metallurgy, thermal processing, distortion control, and LPBF process variables and common defects.

Experience with design of experiments, statistical process control, quality systems, first-article inspection, and transition to repeat production.

Experience maintaining digital build libraries, parameter revision tracking, and traceable build histories for quality audits.

Salary range: $75,000 - $100,000 annually.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. or protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15).

Precision Resource is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V. To learn more, visit www.precisionresource.com/careers/

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