Additive Manufacturing Engineer Jobs
Additive Manufacturing Engineer jobs are open across aerospace, medical devices, automotive, and defense manufacturing, from entry-level process engineers to senior and principal R&D roles, with specializations in metal powder bed fusion, polymer FDM, and design for additive manufacturing. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Work type: Professional
Location: Norman
Categories: Technology/Research
Pay Range: Commensurate with education and experience.
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (may include some weekends)
Travel: May be required
Position Introduction:
The Sooner Advanced Manufacturing Laboratory (SAML) at the University of Oklahoma, operating under the Office of the Vice President for Research and Partnerships (OVPRP), is seeking a skilled and proactive Additive Manufacturing Systems Engineer. This position takes end-to-end technical ownership of planning, executing, maintaining, and modifying SAML's expanding fleet of industrial Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) systems (including Concept Laser/GE M2, MLab 100R, and MLab 200R platforms).
The Systems Engineer will manage reactive and non-reactive metal powder handling, calibrate optical and gas monitoring systems, integrate heterogeneous in-situ sensors (Optical Tomography, Recoater Cameras), coordinate post-build heat treatments, and oversee subtractive handoffs (wire EDM). The work directly supports digital thread baselines and airworthiness certification frameworks for the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) and Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex (OC-ALC). This is a fully on-site position at SAML's advanced manufacturing facility in Norman, Oklahoma.
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Required Education and Experience:
- Education: Bachelor's Degree
- Experience: 3 years
Department Preferences:
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering.
- 2 to 4+ years of direct, hands-on experience operating and maintaining industrial metal LPBF systems (e.g., Concept Laser / GE Additive, EOS, or equivalent).
- Demonstrated experience managing powder handling and sifting infrastructure with strict material isolation protocols (specifically Ti-6Al-4V Grade 23, 17-4 PH Stainless Steel, and Inconel 718).
- Experience with build preparation and slicing tools (e.g., Materialise Magics, Autodesk Netfabb).
- Hands-on experience calibrating laser optics, recoater systems, inert atmosphere monitoring, and installing in-situ sensor instrumentation.
- Familiarity with controlled-atmosphere post-build heat treatments and downstream subtractive workflows (wire EDM).
- Formal Laser Safety Officer (LSO) training, powder safety handling certifications, or OEM service training.
- U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.
Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes
Advertised: 12 Nov 2026 Central Standard Time
Applications close: 10 Feb 2027 Central Standard Time
Work type: Professional
Location: Norman
Categories: Technology/Research
Pay Range: Commensurate with education and experience.
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (may include some weekends)
Travel: May be required
Position Introduction:
The Sooner Advanced Manufacturing Laboratory (SAML) at the University of Oklahoma, operating under the Office of the Vice President for Research and Partnerships (OVPRP), is seeking a skilled and proactive Additive Manufacturing Systems Engineer. This position takes end-to-end technical ownership of planning, executing, maintaining, and modifying SAML's expanding fleet of industrial Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) systems (including Concept Laser/GE M2, MLab 100R, and MLab 200R platforms).
The Systems Engineer will manage reactive and non-reactive metal powder handling, calibrate optical and gas monitoring systems, integrate heterogeneous in-situ sensors (Optical Tomography, Recoater Cameras), coordinate post-build heat treatments, and oversee subtractive handoffs (wire EDM). The work directly supports digital thread baselines and airworthiness certification frameworks for the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) and Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex (OC-ALC). This is a fully on-site position at SAML's advanced manufacturing facility in Norman, Oklahoma.
View full job description
Required Education and Experience:
- Education: Bachelor's Degree
- Experience: 3 years
Department Preferences:
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering.
- 2 to 4+ years of direct, hands-on experience operating and maintaining industrial metal LPBF systems (e.g., Concept Laser / GE Additive, EOS, or equivalent).
- Demonstrated experience managing powder handling and sifting infrastructure with strict material isolation protocols (specifically Ti-6Al-4V Grade 23, 17-4 PH Stainless Steel, and Inconel 718).
- Experience with build preparation and slicing tools (e.g., Materialise Magics, Autodesk Netfabb).
- Hands-on experience calibrating laser optics, recoater systems, inert atmosphere monitoring, and installing in-situ sensor instrumentation.
- Familiarity with controlled-atmosphere post-build heat treatments and downstream subtractive workflows (wire EDM).
- Formal Laser Safety Officer (LSO) training, powder safety handling certifications, or OEM service training.
- U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.
Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes
Advertised: 12 Nov 2026 Central Standard Time
Applications close: 10 Feb 2027 Central Standard Time
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Who's Hiring
- Blue Origin11
- Divergent8
- Apple3
- Arcturus3
- Rennscot MFG2
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Electronics & Hardware
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in additive manufacturing engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, materials science, or a related engineering field
- Hands-on experience with at least one additive manufacturing platform such as SLS, DMLS, FDM, or SLA
- Proficiency in CAD software such as CATIA, SolidWorks, or Siemens NX for design for additive manufacturing
- Knowledge of post-processing methods including heat treatment, HIP, and surface finishing for printed parts
- Familiarity with process parameter development, build optimization, and quality inspection methods such as CT scanning
- Experience interpreting GD&T drawings and working within AS9100, ISO 13485, or IATF 16949 quality frameworks
Tips for Your Additive Manufacturing Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to machine families
Hiring managers scan for the specific platforms you've run, not just 'additive manufacturing.' Call out the exact systems you've operated, whether that's EOS, Stratasys, Desktop Metal, or Velo3D, by name in your skills section and work history.
Show your post-processing knowledge clearly
Many candidates omit heat treatment, HIP, support removal, and surface finishing from their resumes because they feel secondary. For most employers those steps are part of the role, so list them explicitly with the alloys or polymers you worked with.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists additive manufacturing engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target job titles beyond the obvious
Search for 'AM process engineer,' '3D printing engineer,' 'additive process development engineer,' and 'rapid manufacturing engineer' alongside the standard title. The same role carries different names depending on the company and industry, and you'll miss postings if you only search one phrase.
Bring a failure analysis example to interviews
Technical interviewers almost always ask how you've diagnosed a build defect, warping issue, or porosity problem. Prepare one specific story with the root cause, the corrective action you took, and the measurable outcome, because vague answers on process troubleshooting are the most common reason candidates are passed over.
Negotiate around material qualification scope
When evaluating an offer, ask which alloy or polymer qualification projects are funded and which are exploratory. The answer signals how much autonomy you'll have and whether the role grows into new materials over time, which affects both your skill development and long-term compensation leverage.
Additive Manufacturing Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most additive manufacturing engineers?
Blue Origin, Divergent, and Apple are hiring the most additive manufacturing engineers right now, with openings concentrated in California, Washington, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Aerospace primes, defense contractors, and medical device manufacturers consistently account for the largest share of active postings.
How many additive manufacturing engineer jobs are remote?
About 19% of additive manufacturing engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles. Process and machine operation positions are almost always on-site, while simulation, design for additive manufacturing, and software-side AM engineering roles are most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become an additive manufacturing engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, materials science, or aerospace engineering, then get hands-on time with at least one additive platform through a university lab, co-op, or internship. Build a portfolio showing real parts you've designed, built, and troubleshot. From there, focus on a specific technology family, such as metal powder bed fusion or polymer extrusion, to position yourself for specialist roles in your target industry.
Can you get hired as an additive manufacturing engineer with little experience?
Yes, entry-level and associate-level additive manufacturing engineer roles exist, and employers in this field often weigh demonstrated hands-on experience over years on a resume. If you've run a printer in a university lab, built parts for a student project, or completed a co-op involving AM processes, document that work in detail. Certifications from machine manufacturers and familiarity with slicing software are concrete signals that help early-career candidates stand out.
What does the additive manufacturing engineer interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four rounds. A recruiter screen is followed by a technical phone interview focused on your process knowledge, specific machines you've used, and how you've approached build failures. A panel or on-site round typically includes a design or troubleshooting case study, sometimes with a physical part to evaluate. Final rounds often involve a conversation with engineering leadership about materials strategy or production scale-up goals.
Where can I find and apply to additive manufacturing engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to additive manufacturing engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level, technology specialty, and preferred industry, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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