Mechatronics and Additive Manufacturing Engineer

Mechatronics and Additive Manufacturing Engineer at Executive Recruiting Group Mechatronics and Additive Manufacturing Engineer at Executive Recruiting Group in Broomfield, Colorado Posted in about 1 hour ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Role Overview:

You will design and build the hardware, controls, and software stack required to print energetic materials safely and repeatably. This is a hands-on skunkworks role, part robotics engineer, part controls engineer, part startup builder. Key Responsibilities Design and build a prototype propellant 3D printer (extrusion or hybridsystem) Develop motion control systems (multi-axis gantry or robotic arm) Implement extrusion systems for high-viscosity, particle-loaded materials Write control software (Python/C++/embedded) for: Motion control;Deposition control; Process monitoring Integrate sensors (pressure, temperature, flow rate, vision systems) Develop closed-loop control for material flow and deposition quality Collaborate with chemist to match material properties to hardware capabilities Ensure system safety for energetic material handling

Requirements:

B.S./M.S.

in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or similar 5-12+ years experience in robotics, automation, or additive manufacturing systems Strong experience with: Motion systems (stepper/servo control) Embedded systems and control loops Software development (Python, C++, ROS, or similar) Experience building custom hardware systems from scratch Preferred Qualifications Experience with Direct Ink Writing (DIW), paste extrusion, or slurry-based AM Experience with high-viscosity or particle-filled materials Familiarity with industrial robotics or CNC systems Experience in hazardous or controlled environments