Careers

MELD Manufacturing is looking for a self-motivated, organized, and versatile materials technician. In this position the technician will be responsible for incoming materials, warehousing, and material prep for MELD machine assembly and operations.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain Inventory locations for machine components and raw material.
• Receive, inspect, and store incoming machine components and raw material.
• Monitors and maintains lot number traceability.
• Verify inventory is assigned to correct work orders.
• Prep parts for shipment to customers and outside vendors.
• Saw and prep raw material for machine operation.
• Maintain safety standards for shop and warehouse areas.
• Work with procurement engineer to develop and maintain KANBAN bins for COTS and MRO parts.
• Maintain tooling cabinet.
• Complete all associated job paperwork, routers, etc.
• Keep work areas up to 5s and lean standards.

Required:

2+ years manufacturing experience

Organized and detail oriented

Adaptable to constant changing schedule and priorities

Comfortable working as part of a team or on as an individual contributor

Ability to work with aggressive timelines.

Desired:

Forklift experience

Previous warehouse and ERP system experience

Marketing, Communications, and Event Manager

MELD Manufacturing Corporation is seeking a self-motivated, organized, and versatile manager for our brand, customer engagement, and events. In this position we seek an experienced person to represent our company and our technology. A technical background is not required, but comfort working in a technical environment and communicating with a wide range of people, from machine operators to business leaders, is key to your success here. We will count on you to deliver a sense of magic in our communications and events.

 

Responsibilities:

Lead redesign of our website

Manage our social media

Draft press releases and manage media relations

Architect content and branding for webinars, user’s group meeting, tours, tradeshows, and conferences

Manage logistics for events

Track and report on key metrics

Required:

3+ years experience in a related position

Organized and detail oriented

Excellent oral and written communication, editing, and proofing skills

Ability to travel

Desired:

Passion for technology

Manufacturing Engineer

As Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll see first hand the parts we are making with our 3D printing technology for our industrial customers. You’ll view parts and needs across aerospace, shipbuilding, oil and gas, and consumer electronics.

Responsibilities:

• Generate MELD deposition and final part models and drawings
• Develop testing processes, and perform testing and validation of new designs
• Create toolpath planning drawings/models
• Design and generate drawings for custom fixturing
• Work with Sales and Production to generate material estimates and estimated print times
• Work with Process Engineers to design and create new tooling
• Help support production jobs and generate information needed on job routers
• Provide engineering support for customer projects

Required:

B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

Experience with computer aided design software (CAD)

Detail-oriented and well-organized

Comfortable working as part of a team

Excellent problem-solving skills

Clear communicator and responsive

Desired:

SolidWorks CAD software experience

2 years of relevant work experience

Met Lab Technician Job Description

In this role, you will follow protocols for preparing samples, performing sample testing, running mechanical test frame and other lab equipment (after appropriate training).

Required:

• Efficient and effective time management
• Ability to work well within the team
• Passion for learning
• Self-motivated and result oriented

Desired:

• Experience in metallurgy labs
• Previous work experience in engineering environment is preferable

Information Technology Systems Administrator Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Sourcing, installation, configuration and maintenance of servers, workstations and laptops.
• Ensure computer systems are maintained with current antivirus & software security updates.
• Manage IT infrastructure and backup systems.
• Manage and support integration of multiple cloud-based third-party services with each other and in-house systems to streamline business operations.
• Create and maintain a System Security Plan.
• Conduct CMMC & NIST SP 800-171 compliance self-assessments and maintain records of findings and objective evidence of compliance.
• Develop, implement, and maintain needed cybersecurity measures based on self-assessments.
• Develop and conduct cybersecurity training for employees.
• Process and solve employee IT related issues as needed.

Required Experience:

• 3 years of system administration experience.
• 2 years of cyber security experience.
• Administration of Office365 based organization (including Outlook/Teams/Office etc.) with at least 25 users.

Desired:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience with VOIP telephony
• Experience with Cisco security appliances
• Hands-on experience upgrading/repairing computers and printers
• Hands-on experience in Linux/Unix/Webservers
• Experience with WordPress/SSL

Our team is growing, and MELD Manufacturing is looking for a self-motivated, hardworking, quality minded, safety-focused Process Engineer. As Process Engineer you will be an important part of our team, at the forefront of development for specific applications and materials actually running machines.

Process Engineer Job Description

Develop the MELD process for specific applications and materials to ensure quality, cost, and production targets are met. Troubleshoot problems with processes and implement corrective actions. Operate MELD machines to develop best practices for different materials and customer specific applications. Work closely with engineering and metallurgy team on technical issues and problem solutions. Compile and present data to management related to both IRAD and production activities.

Primary responsibilities

• Setup, program and operate our CNC controlled MELD 3D metal printers

• Support developing process flow and experiments for new materials and applications
• Perform experiments
• Compile results and prepare reports and/or presentations
• Work closely with metallurgists and material and process team
• Identify potential improvement opportunities to hardware and software development teams
• Support continuous improvement in automated processing

 

Other responsibilities may include:

• Create engineering file for use in part manufacturing
• Support MELD integration into 3rd party software platforms, for example slicer software
• Create and implement standard work instructions for operation of MELD machines
• Create and maintain necessary process documentation for standardized operation

Required:

• 2 or 4 year degree in engineering or engineering technology

Desired:

• Experience with metal 3D printer operation
• Experience with CAD to CAM or slicer software

MELD Manufacturing is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our growing company.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will work with other engineers and technicians to help develop our latest generation of MELD Machines.  You will work to advance our capabilities, improve existing designs, and find innovative solutions to future challenges.

Responsibilities include:

• Design and develop new MELD Machines.
• Make improvements to existing machines and mechanical assemblies.
• Develop drawings and procedures necessary for the assembly of equipment.
• Assist controls engineers in machine testing and troubleshooting.
• Assist technical writers in development of machine documentation packages.
• Revisit existing equipment to repair or improve processes.
• Travel to customer sites to evaluate equipment or implement new solutions.
• Provide technical customer service.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3 years of experience in industrial machine design.
• Exceptional technical and problem-solving skills.
• Firm grasp of engineering concepts, and experience designing mechanical systems and products.
• Expertise in 3D CAD software. (SolidWorks a plus)
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team.
• Ability to travel if needed (Less than 10% of time)
• Work Experience in at least one of the following is not necessary but desired
  • Machine Spindle Design
  • Automated material handling design

MELD Manufacturing is looking for a self-motivated and versatile machine assembly technician. In this position the assembly technician will assemble high quality machine sub-components, complete MELD machines, manage a small range of necessary inventory, assist with machine maintenance and repair, and lead shop housekeeping efforts.

Specific activities include:

• Prepares work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and parts lists; gathering parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials.
• Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing request for and verifying receipt of supplies.
• Read and interpret engineering prints/specifications, electrical schematics, manufacturing manuals, and/or verbal/written instructions to determine necessary assembly of machine.
• Plan assembly procedures and methods to assure efficient and timely progress. May transport specified parts from storage manually or by using various mechanical lifting aids e.g. forklift trucks, etc.
• Assemble complex mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems units where precision, extreme care, skilled workmanship, and accuracy are required to meet strict inspection, testing and operating specifications.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools.
• Perform assigned task without damaging customer facing finishes.
• Troubleshoot electrical controls utilizing multimeter, amp meter, and/or oscilloscope.
• Use a variety of precision measuring and gauging instruments such as scales, calipers, micrometers, etc., to inspect and verify conformance of parts to specifications/tolerances.
• Strictly follows all safety requirements for hand and power tool operation, the assembly of parts, forklift and hoist operation, and housekeeping.
• Keeps equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions and assisting with repairs.
• Lead 5s initiative in shop by working in a clean and organized manner; completing assigned 5s improvement projects

Required:

• Requires a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• 3-4 years’ experience as a machine assembler or maintenance technician is preferred
• High School or equivalent technical degree preferred.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, mechanical diagrams, electrical schematics, and bills of materials.
• Understands and can perform the mechanical, pneumatic and electrical assembly of machines.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Ability to stand, sit, crawl, squat, kneel, twist, bend, and reach above the shoulders as required to perform essential job functions
• Ability to safely and correctly use hand tools, power tools and precision measurement devices
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to successfully handle a multi-tasked role
• Adaptable to constant changing schedule and priorities
• Comfortable working as part of a team or on as an individual contributor
• Excellent problem solving and communication skills
• Ability to work with aggressive timelines
• Excellent organization skills

MELD Manufacturing is looking for a self-motivated and versatile machinist. In this position the machinist will produce high quality machine components, MELD tooling, and finished machine parts from MELD printed parts in a variety of steels, aluminums, and alloy materials such as titanium and tungsten.

Responsibilities:

• Setup and operate CNC controlled machines including lathe and mill
• Program CNC machines using CAM package
• Select tooling, fixturing, and machine parameters to produce quality parts in a wide variety of materials.
• Maintain cleanliness of work and shop areas
• Provide feedback to the engineering team on part design and manufacturing methods

Required:

• 10+ years machining experience
• 5+ years CNC experience
• Previous experience with CAM package
• Adaptable to part variety and dynamic environment
• Comfortable working as part of a team and as an individual contributor
• Detail-oriented
• Excellent problem solving and communication skills
• Ability to work with aggressive timelines

Desired:

• FeatureCAM experience
• HAAS control experience
• Experience with wire EDM
• Simple welding and fabrication

Our team is growing, and MELD Manufacturing is looking for a self-motivated, hardworking, quality minded, safety-focused CNC operator. In this position you will setup, program and operate our CNC controlled 3D metal printers. In our team driven environment, you will provide feedback and suggestions for improved processing of material and machine controls. Come check out the cool things we are doing in the rapidly expanding metal additive field. If you don’t have any 3D printer experience, don’t worry, we’ll train you!

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate CNC controlled MELD machines
• Program and edit basic G code for MELD machines
• Perform basic maintenance on MELD machines
• Prepare raw materials to be used in the MELD process
• Work with engineering and technical team members to improve or develop processes and materials
• Occasionally work with customers on developing processes and material specifications
• Work on multiple parallel projects and task.
• Maintain cleanliness of work and shop areas
• Provide feedback to management, engineering, and co-workers regarding machines, projects, or processes that you are working on.
• Other task may include MELD project shipping prep, disassembly and packing of MELD machines, shop reorganization projects, and operating testing equipment.

Requirements

• Adherence to safety and health procedures (e.g. always wear appropriate PPE)
• 2+ years’ experience with basic programming and operating of CNC machines
• Analytical problem solver
• Teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to read blueprints and manuals
• Ability to follow written processes and procedures
• Flexibility in daily assignments
• Demonstrated time management

As Application Engineer, you will work directly with customers to develop and deliver technical specifications and pricing for projects, production manufacturing, and custom equipment.  You will guide customers in their adoption of MELD technology. This role necessitates a self-motivated, technology-oriented individual with a strong desire to help customers succeed. In addition to having excellent communication and organizational skills, being a good listener, and being detail-oriented, you must have a competitive spirit, be eager to learn new things, and be passionate about helping the MELD team and your customers win.

Specific activities include:

• Develop solutions appropriate for your customer’s needs
  • Design competitive and viable technical approaches for the need
  • Prepare technical specifications and detailed cost elements for the technical specification
  • Effectively communicate requirements, capabilities, and limitations to your customer and your internal engineering team
  • Prepare specifications for required components
• Be a champion for your customer
  • Identify enhanced product or service feature needs by soliciting feedback from customers
  • Communicate customer feedback to your management for continuous improvement
  • Review marketing materials for technical accuracy
  • Manage quotations, purchase orders, acknowledgements and updates in a timely manner
  • Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure all tasks and procedures related to ensuring customer success are completed on time.
• Be a champion for the MELD technology
  • Prepare and deliver presentations at technical conferences and meetings
  • Identify and suggest new products and applications to drive business growth
  • Monitor industry trends to recommend new product and service features
  • Track competitive environment to identify new products and technology and provide comparative analyses to the commercial and R&D teams

This position involves domestic and global travel.