Chemical Compounding Engineer - Desktop Metal
Richardson, TX
About the Job
Desktop Metal (NYSE: DM) is pioneering a new generation of additive manufacturing technologies focused on the production of end-use parts. We offer a portfolio of integrated additive manufacturing solutions for engineers, designers and manufacturers comprised of hardware, software, materials and services. Our solutions span use cases across the product life cycle, from product development to mass production and aftermarket operations, and they address an array of industries, including automotive, aerospace, healthcare, consumer products, heavy industry, machine design and research and development. At Desktop Metal, we believe additive manufacturing, commonly referred to as 3D printing, is one of the most exciting and transformational technology innovations of our time.
The Chemical Compounding Engineer will ensure successful manufacturing of Desktop Metal photopolymer resins both in-house and at contracted manufacturers by managing supply chain, developing SOPs, compounding resin, and overseeing third-party activities.
Specific duties include:
- Coordinate with all departments to design procedures to manufacture photopolymer resin formulations
- Development of production scale-up formulations and procedures
- Plan and direct oversight of production schedule
- Manufacture photopolymer resin following current standard operating procedures (SOP)
- Maintain the integrity and cleanliness of the work area with respect to company standards and policies
- Develop, implement, and monitor preventative maintenance programs for equipment
- Troubleshoot production problems, whether process or material issues, and implement corrections that will minimize impact to production and eliminate root cause
- Generate CoA for products for both inhouse and contracted manufacturers by coordinating with the analytical department
- Work with purchasing to acquire, manage and maintain chemical, physical and disposable inventory (for both inhouse and contracted manufacturers) to meet production demand
- Oversee the creation/updates of SOPs with contract manufacturers
- Answer technical questions to assist in contract manufacturers scale up process
- Maintain proper documentation of vendor production batches and CoAs
- Plan and direct oversight of production activities from contracted manufacturers
Minimum Requirements:
- 2-5 years of experience working in chemical compounding
- Knowledge of manufacturing batch procedures
- Ability to follow sound scientific methods and perform design of experiments
- Experience in a chemical laboratory
- Experience handling chemicals
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds unassisted
Preferred Qualifications:
- 5 -7 years of experience working in chemical compounding
- Previous experience with photopolymer resins
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or related discipline.
At Desktop Metal, innovation is at the core of our DNA. And we believe ground-breaking discoveries are born from diverse teams with unique backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to employing a diverse workforce with equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
