Mechatronics and Additive Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Broomfield, Colorado, United States
Workplace: on_site
Employment Type: full
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
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
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