Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer (High-Power Lasers)

Freeform is deploying software-defined, autonomous metal 3D printing factories worldwide, bringing software scalability to physical production. Our proprietary technology stack uses advanced sensing, real-time controls, and data-driven learning to produce digitally-verified, flawless parts at unprecedented speed and cost.

As a Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer, you'll lead the design and development of custom opto-mechanical systems for advanced metal 3D printing. You'll own the design of custom hardware and opto-mechanical-electrical devices, implementing novel laser and camera solutions for sophisticated closed-loop control. The ideal candidate can act as a technical lead for complex systems, working across engineering disciplines.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing complex opto-mechanical systems
• Integrating high-power lasers and high-speed camera solutions
• Creating drawings to opto-mechanical GD&T standards
• Establishing precision alignment processes
• Performing optical performance testing
• Collaborating with process, mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in optics, mechanical engineering, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in opto-mechanical systems design and development
• CAD experience, including GD&T and ISO 10110 drawing documentation
• Strong mechanical engineering and physics fundamentals
• Systems-level thinking with experience delivering complex opto-mechanical systems

Freeform offers competitive compensation, including stock options and comprehensive benefits. The company values diversity and maintains an inclusive culture focused on collaboration and data-driven decision-making. Join us in Hawthorne, CA, to be part of a rapidly growing company scaling world-changing technology in the heart of Los Angeles' vibrant tech ecosystem.