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As a Senior Additive Manufacturing Development Engineer at Freeform, you'll tackle various responsibilities including driving production development, preparing print files, analyzing data, and maintaining quality control. You'll be a key player in enhancing machine functionality and automation, ensuring flawless production every time.

To be considered for the Senior Additive Manufacturing Development Engineer role at Freeform, you should have a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field, along with at least 5 years of experience in additive manufacturing and 2+ years with direct metal laser sintering (DMLS). Familiarity with design for additive manufacturing (DFAM) and CAD software is essential as well.

Key technical skills for the Senior Additive Manufacturing Development Engineer role at Freeform include expertise in additive manufacturing processes, especially DMLS, proficiency in CAD software, data analysis capabilities, and process development in metal additive manufacturing. Experience in scripting languages like Matlab is also beneficial.

The Senior Additive Manufacturing Development Engineer at Freeform plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between design and production. By driving automation, improving print quality, and collaborating with teams and customers, this position directly impacts Freeform's mission of scalable and efficient 3D printing technology.

Freeform provides an inclusive and dynamic work culture that values collaboration and innovation. With state-of-the-art facilities, competitive pay packages, and benefits like comprehensive health coverage and stock options, Freeform emerges as an attractive choice for those looking to make a significant impact in the additive manufacturing field.

When answering this question, focus on specific projects you've worked on, detailing your role in the DMLS process, the challenges faced, and how you overcame them. Highlight key findings and improvements you made.

Discuss your methodologies for ensuring quality control, including any specific techniques or tools you use for inspection and testing, and how you analyze data from print jobs to improve quality.

Be specific about the languages and tools you've used, particularly in the context of additive manufacturing. Mention any scripting experience in Matlab if applicable, as well as CAD software.

Elaborate on your experience working with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams. Provide examples of how collaborative efforts led to successful project outcomes.

Tell a story! Outline the problem, your thought process, and the innovative solution you developed. Highlight the impact of your solution on project outcomes.

Share your insights on current trends in the industry, such as sustainability or advancements in materials. Describe how you stay informed and adjust your approach based on these trends.

Discuss your experience with Design for Additive Manufacturing (DFAM) principles. Provide examples of how you've worked with customers to refine their designs for better printability and efficiency.

Emphasize how you leverage data analytics to assess print performance, understand potential issues, and improve production methods. Mention specific tools or software you've used for this purpose.

Talk about your experience with automating different stages of the printing process. Describe challenges faced and how you developed strategies to enhance efficiencies through automation.

Share your passion for technology and innovation, your interest in solving complex engineering challenges, and what inspired you to pursue a career in additive manufacturing specifically.