Sr. Metal Additive Process Engineer

Sr. Metal Additive Process Engineer - Contract - Irvine, CA - $75.00 - $91.66/hr
The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's/applicant's qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available. Our client is seeking a Sr.

Metal Additive Process Engineer in Irvine, CA
Role Description
Lead the development, optimization, and scale-up of metal additive manufacturing (metal 3D printing) processes through hands-on operation of metal printing equipment, experimental design, and data analytics. Drive process understanding, establish robust manufacturing windows, and qualify parts and components. Operate, maintain, and optimize metal additive manufacturing systems. Develop and refine print parameters to improve build quality, productivity, and yield.

Design and execute DOE studies to identify and optimize critical process parameters. Troubleshoot printing, powder handling, and post-processing issues using engineering and statistical methods. Support equipment and part qualification, process validation, and scale-up into production. Skills & Requirements
Hands-on experience with metal additive manufacturing technologies. Strong understanding of metal powder behavior, melt pool dynamics, process parameter development, and defect mechanisms. Experience designing and executing DOE studies and applying statistical analysis.

Strong troubleshooting and root-cause investigation skil
Machine learning, AI, or predictive modeling for process optimization. Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM). Thermal modeling, FEA, or simulation of metal AM processes. BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline.
5+ years of experience in metal additive manufacturing process development.

Benefits/Other Compensation
This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit). Why Hays? You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers.

You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it. Nervous about an upcoming interview? Unsure how to write a new resume? Visit the Hays Career Advice section to learn top tips to help you stand out from the crowd when job hunting. Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays' guiding principles is 'do the right thing'. We also believe that actions speak louder than words.

In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us. In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company.

Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text . Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.
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