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.
About the role
The Director of Engineering, leads the engineering organization that takes new customer programs from first article to stable, repeatable production. You will own the New Product Introduction process end to end. That covers design for additive manufacturing (DFAM), build and process development, post-processing and machining, qualification, and handoff to production. Schedule, cost, and quality commitments must be met throughout. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Materials, Manufacturing, or a related engineering discipline. Advanced degree preferred
- 12+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, including 5+ years leading engineering teams and managers
- Proven track record leading NPI or new program launches from development through production ramp in a high-precision manufacturing environment
- Strong technical depth in manufacturing processes, materials, and process development, with the judgment to make sound decisions quickly
- Hands-on experience with DOE, SPC, root cause analysis, FMEA, and process qualification methods
- Experience building teams, setting engineering standards, and defining cross-functional processes in a growing organization
More about this role
The Director of Engineering, leads the engineering organization that takes new customer programs from first article to stable, repeatable production. You will own the New Product Introduction process end to end. That covers design for additive manufacturing (DFAM), build and process development, post-processing and machining, qualification, and handoff to production. Schedule, cost, and quality commitments must be met throughout. We are looking for a hands-on technical leader who can build and develop a high-performing team, set the standards for how VulcanForms introduces new products, and serve as a trusted engineering partner to customers, Commercial, Operations, and Quality.
- Lead, hire, and develop a team of NPI engineers and engineering managers across process development, manufacturing engineering, and program execution.
- Own the NPI process from customer handoff through production release, including stage gates, readiness reviews, and clear criteria for transfer to production.
- Drive DFAM, build layout, and process parameter development to deliver parts that meet customer requirements for geometry, material properties, surface finish, and cost.
- Integrate the full...
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