Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS™) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector.
Purpose
Divergent is seeking an experienced and motivated engineer to advance our production system through the evolution and maturation of tools to support 3D printing, build file preparation, and optimization. We’re committed to transforming the Divergent 3D production system away from traditional manufacturing methods and to 3D printing enabled systems using new materials and technologies. To do this, we need a forward looking and innovative engineer who will help to shape the future of manufacturing 3D printed automotive and aerospace structures/components.
The Role
•Provide design for Additive Manufacturing input to engineering teams to collaborate in making optimized parts for our complex, multi-material vehicle structures.
•Drive projects from inception to completion by implementing Design for Additive Manufacturing techniques to customer applications.
•Being self-sufficient to make critical engineering decisions on assigned projects.
•Interface with engineering, software, and manufacturing groups to understand process constraints and provide design inputs for improved printability and tools development.
•Advance our techniques for support structure optimization, with the opportunity to add to our patent portfolio in this area.
•Improve our distortion and error reduction activities, helping to ensure part tolerance accuracy.
•Continually pursue improvements for support material reduction, part packing density, powder egress, and build success rate.
•Evaluate and recommend software tools that can help to achieve production goals.
•Optimize 3-dimensional build layout and part nesting in support of achieving printer productivity rates.
•Follow defined procedures and processes and help to create them where needed.
•Work with supplied CAD files to prepare build files for 3D printing.
•Serve as the AM expert in the room when meeting with customers over their intended application. Provide accurate and insightful input to customers regarding what Divergent can offer through DAPS.
•Able to create standard engineering drawing documentation according to ANSI/ASME Y14.1 while utilizing GD&T principles
•Able to provide continuous improvement feedback on internal process workflow.
Basic Qualifications
•BS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or Equivalent.
•3+ years of experience using CAD (NX, nTop, SW) and CAM (Magics or AM Studio) tools for build preparation in support 3D printed metal component design and production.
•In depth, current experience with process simulation software such as Magics, Simufact, Netfabb, or 3DSIM.
•Extensive experience developing fully integrated applications for Additive Manufacturing. Automotive, Aerospace, and Defense experience is a plus.
•Occasionally being able to lift 30lbs without assistance
•May be required to wear a respirator in certain areas of the production floor
Preferred Qualifications
•MS in an Engineering Discipline
•Laser Powder Bed Fusion Experience
•A strong understanding of DfAM principles
•Understanding of metallurgy regarding Aluminum, Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Titanium, and Nickel based alloys.
•Previous programming experience – Python, C++, Matlab, or similar.
•Applied college engineering experience (FSAE/Formula Student programs a strong plus).
Work Environment
•Office Environment
•Occasional LPBF print room and machine shop interactions
What You’ll Get :
Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
Inclusive and Collaborative Environment: Join our inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, embracing diversity, and fostering innovation to reduce our footprint by integrating people and technology.
Divergent is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Our positions adhere to all statutory and regulatory requirements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Disclosures:
In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected. Divergent Technologies, Inc , Inc is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Our positions adhere to all statutory and regulatory requirements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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