Senior Product Design Engineer
Formlabs
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Boston, MA · $130k–$250k a year · Posted October 2, 2026
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About the job
Summary:
Do you want to change how the world creates?
At Formlabs, we’re building the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life, from cutting-edge products to life-saving medical devices. Our 3D printing technology powers innovation at more than 50,000 industry leaders worldwide, including Apple, Google, Tesla, New Balance, and NASA. Together, we’re helping everyone design, prototype, and manufacture faster than ever before.
We’re a team of hands-on builders, engineers, and innovators reinventing how the world makes physical things. If you’re ready to shape the future of fabrication, come build it with us.
Join a dynamic R&D team, comprising top-tier mechatronics, software and systems engineers. We’re a collaborative group driven by innovation and great product development to develop the Formlabs printing process and bring transformative products to market.
The Job:
In this role, you will work cross-functionally and have a pivotal role in the research, development, and implementation of new products. You will innovate new ways of doing things and work with the design teams to move 3d printing technology forward. This role requires systems thinking, the ability to research and test new ideas and convert them to functional prototypes, and finally partnering with design engineers to get a final design into manufacturing.
About You:
2+ years of hands-on, mechanism and mechatronic product design experience, including contributing to the system architecture of a product
Experience with cross-disciplinary hardware prototyping, including mechanical, electrical, and software
Experience working with and controlling sensors and actuators
Strong analytical skills, data-driven decision making
Working knowledge in material properties of plastics, metals, and adhesives
Testing and analysis experience with a focus on hands-on testing, with some simulation experience
Knowledge of high-volume manufacturing techniques
Experience with statistical tolerance analysis techniques for precision mechanical design
Our Perks & Benefits:
Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Low cost fund options in our 401K and access to advisors
Generous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)
Flexible Out of Office Plan – Take time when you need it
Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats
Regular sponsored professional development opportunities
Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community
And of course… unlimited 3D prints
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of 3D printing.
Compensation:
Equity is a big part of the compensation package at Formlabs - every employee receives equity because everyone contributes to building the company. We have a lot of confidence in the products we’re building and the impact we’re making, and you should too.
Base pay is the other part of our compensation package, and it is carefully determined based on your skills, experience, and expected impact. Equity and base pay combine to make up your total compensation package at Formlabs.
The annual base pay range for this role is: $130,000 — $250,000 USD