Job Opportunity: Additive Manufacturing Engineering Manager with Formative 3D in Falls Church, VA

Are you a hands‑on leader with deep expertise in large‑format additive manufacturing and extrusion‑based processes? Do you enjoy building teams, optimizing production systems, and solving complex print challenges in real time? Are you excited to help scale a cutting‑edge 3D printing operation and shape the future of manufacturing? If you answered yes, we want to speak with you!

As the Additive Manufacturing Engineering Manager, you will lead both the strategic direction and day‑to‑day execution of our additive manufacturing operations. This role blends leadership, technical expertise, and operational ownership—guiding production while advancing the next generation of processes, systems, and capabilities. You’ll work closely across engineering, production, and leadership teams to ensure efficient, scalable manufacturing while driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a team of LFAM/FDM technicians, promoting safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Own print processes and optimization, including parameters, material flow, toolpaths, and part quality.
• Troubleshoot production issues (e.g., delamination, warping, equipment faults) and implement corrective actions quickly.
• Partner with Production to streamline post-processing and assembly workflows.
• Manage capacity planning, scheduling, and staffing in coordination with HR.
• Collaborate with Engineering and R&D on new materials, processes, and finishing methods.
• Drive automation and smart factory initiatives across the facility.
• Report to leadership on KPIs, timelines, resource use, and risks.
• Establish and maintain SOPs, ensuring quality, safety, and accurate documentation.
• Coach and develop team members through performance management and career growth planning.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
• 7-10+ years of manufacturing experience, including hands-on additive manufacturing (LFAM and/or FDM).
• Expertise in extrusion-based printing, including toolpaths, parameter optimization, and pellet/filament material handling.
• Experience with large-format additive systems (e.g., CEAD, Caracol, Thermwood) preferred.
• Knowledge of automation, robotics, and smart factory systems (MES, ERP, IoT).
• Lean, Six Sigma, or similar experience driving yield improvement, scrap reduction, and cycle time efficiency.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams in fast-paced or startup environments.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in an industrial environment and use PPE as required.

Why Join Formative 3D?

Built environments can be manufactured the same way the best technology products are: faster, smarter and at scale.

Formative 3D deploys full-scale manufacturing solutions built for speed, flexibility and real-world impact. By combining advanced 3D printing, robotics and technology, we rethink how physical products for the built world are created — from concept to installation. We design and manufacture products that range from high-end furniture systems and architectural lighting to jigs, fixtures, and tooling.

Formative 3D pushes additive manufacturing forward and sets a new standard for how the built environment gets made. After years of research, our first production facility launched in 2026, and we’re already proving that a new model of manufacturing isn’t theoretical; it’s operational.

Apply online today to join a great team!

Formative 3D is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job‑related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Formative 3D maintains a drug‑free workplace consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

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Job Opportunity: Advanced Manufacturing Technician with Formative 3D in Falls Church, VA

Are you energized by hands-on work that blends cutting-edge technology with real-world manufacturing? Do you thrive in fast-paced, startup environments where quality, ownership, and innovation matter? Ready to help build scalable, sustainable products using large-format 3D printing? If so, we’d love to meet you!

As an Advanced Manufacturing Technician, you’ll be at the core of our production operations, supporting the launch and growth of our new manufacturing facility. You’ll operate and maintain large-format robotic and FDM 3D printers, prepare and manage print jobs, post-process components, and ensure every part meets our quality standards.

This is a unique opportunity to join a growing startup at the ground floor and play a hands-on role in shaping innovative, modular furniture systems using advanced additive manufacturing technologies.

Key Responsibilities

You will work closely with production, engineering, and design teams to:

• Operate and maintain large-format robotic and FDM 3D printers for component-based production
• Slice 3D models using PrusaSlicer and related software to generate print-ready G-code
• Manage pellet and filament inventory (PLA, PETG, etc.) and load materials to meet production demand
• Schedule, queue, and monitor print jobs across a fleet of printers to support 24/7 output
• Track material usage, print cycle times, and conduct quality inspections on all manufactured parts
• Harvest prints and perform post-processing, including support removal and part cleaning
• Troubleshoot printer issues and perform routine maintenance and calibration
• Fabricate jigs, fixtures, and other shop equipment as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production environment
• Document production data and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with engineering and design teams to optimize print quality and efficiency

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in additive manufacturing, FDM printing, or related production environments (e.g., woodworking, metalworking, aerospace, CNC)
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on problem-solving skills
• Comfort operating hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment
• Familiarity with PrusaSlicer and 3D modeling software such as Fusion 360 (preferred)
• Experience working with networked PC-based systems (MS Office, ERP systems)
• Detail-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to quality and safety
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, startup environment
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Willingness to work weekends as needed

What We Offer:

• Compensation commensurate with experience
• Full suite of healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision
• Competitive PTO plans
• Competitive retirement plans

Why Join Formative 3D?

Built environments can be manufactured the same way the best technology products are: faster, smarter and at scale.

Formative 3D deploys full-scale manufacturing solutions built for speed, flexibility and real-world impact. By combining advanced 3D printing, robotics and technology, we rethink how physical products for the built world are created — from concept to installation. We design and manufacture products that range from high-end furniture systems and architectural lighting to jigs, fixtures, and tooling.

Formative 3D pushes additive manufacturing forward and sets a new standard for how the built environment gets made. After years of research, our first production facility launched in 2026, and we’re already proving that a new model of manufacturing isn’t theoretical; it’s operational.

Apply online today to join a great team!

Formative 3D is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Formative 3D maintains a drug-free workplace consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

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Job Opportunity: Production Planner with Fameccanica in West Chester, OH

Do you like being the person who keeps production moving? If you’re organized, detail-oriented, and enjoy working closely with manufacturing teams to make sure parts are ready when they’re needed, this role was built for you.

Fameccanica North America is hiring a Production Planner to support our manufacturing operation by managing parts, materials, and building readiness. You’ll play a key role in making sure production teams have what they need, when they need it, to keep schedules on track.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you’ll be the link between materials, production, and purchasing. Your work directly impacts whether builds stay on schedule.

• Understand all parts and materials required for builds and assemblies
• Release parts and materials to the production floor at the right time
• Track incoming parts, inventory levels, and open orders
• Monitor where parts are in the production process
• Work closely with purchasing to follow up on orders and deliveries
• Identify parts that need to be reordered before they become a problem
• Support supervisors with production schedules and build timelines
• Monitor repeat parts and ongoing production needs
• Keep accurate information updated in ERP/MRP systems

The Manufacturing Environment

You’ll support a production team working with fabricated components, including metal products and pipe assemblies. This role is hands‑on, collaborative, and closely connected to what’s happening on the shop floor.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in production planning, materials planning, inventory control, or manufacturing coordination
• Comfort working in a manufacturing or fabrication setting
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems and Excel
• Strong organization, follow‑up, and communication skills
• Someone who enjoys problem‑solving and working with multiple teams

Education

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field preferred
• Relevant hands‑on experience is welcome and valued

Why Join Fameccanica?

At Fameccanica North America, we design and build innovative industrial automation solutions. Our team values collaboration, continuous improvement, and practical problem‑solving. You’ll be part of a manufacturing environment where your work directly impacts production success.

Interested?

Apply today and help keep production running smoothly.

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Job Opportunity: Logistics Supervisor with Fameccanica North America in West Chester, OH

Ready to own inbound/outbound logistics and lead a team that keeps freight moving? Do you enjoy improving performance with data, strengthening international shipping and customs processes, and partnering across Operations and Finance to manage service and cost? If this is you, apply today!

What You’ll Do

You’ll lead the inbound and outbound logistics coordination team and own day-to-day shipping execution, especially for international movements, customs compliance, and carrier performance. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who enjoys building structure, improving processes, and using KPIs to drive better service, visibility, and cost control.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead daily inbound/outbound shipping to ensure accurate, on-time movement
• Coach and develop inbound/outbound coordinators, balance workload and execution quality
• Own international shipping + import/customs execution (docs, brokers, CBP); support ACE workflows as needed
• Manage carriers/brokers for service and cost (issue resolution, reliability, continuous improvement)
• Strengthen tracking and KPI reporting (transit time, customs delays, pickup vs. ready date, OTD)
• Partner with Finance on cost allocation/visibility and standardized SOPs to reduce delays and scale

What We’re Looking For

You’re a calm, practical logistics leader who enjoys solving problems, building structure, and improving performance with data. You can work confidently across the floor and the office, coaching a team while partnering with internal stakeholders and external carriers/brokers.

Minimum qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Business (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years in shipping/logistics operations (manufacturing a plus)
• 3+ years leading people (coaching, prioritizing, driving execution)
• International shipping + import/customs experience (broker coordination, compliance)
• Strong Excel/KPI skills and problem-solving, turning data into action on service, delays, and cost
• Preferred: ACE (Automated Commercial Environment) or similar trade compliance tools

Why Join Fameccanica?

• High-visibility leadership role with real ownership
• Opportunity to improve international shipping, customs workflows, and carrier performance
• Strong partnership across Operations and Finance
• Stable manufacturing setting with room to grow

Interested?

Apply today to join Fameccanica North America and help build a logistics function that’s fast, compliant, and data-driven.

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Job Opportunity: Director of Industrial Design with Formative 3D in Falls Church, VA

Are you highly skilled in 3D design and CAD, with a strong understanding of DFM/DFA principles? Do you enjoy leading product development, prototyping, and cross‑functional collaboration? Are you excited to shape product strategy, innovation, and long‑term growth through design? If you answered yes, we want to speak with you!

As the Director of Industrial Design you will take ownership, think like a builder, and balance creative vision with practical execution. This role requires strong leadership, advanced design expertise, and the ability to move seamlessly from concept development to production problem‑solving while collaborating cross‑functionally to uphold high design and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead near-, mid-, and long‑term design initiatives that inform the product roadmap and expand future opportunities.
• Drive rapid, iterative prototyping through sketching, modeling, and physical builds to support discovery and development.
• Translate design exploration and research into actionable product, R&D, and growth strategies.
• Define and maintain a clear product roadmap with aligned priorities, timelines, and deliverables.
• Lead the full product development lifecycle from concept through production across multiple concurrent projects.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and client service teams to align design intent with feasibility, cost, and go‑to‑market plans.
• Establish tools, workflows, and cadences to track progress, improve execution, and manage risk.
• Guide concept development across furniture, lighting, and emerging built‑environment categories.
• Identify new opportunities beyond current product lines, including architectural systems and additive-enabled solutions.
• Recruit, mentor, and lead a multidisciplinary design team, fostering accountability, curiosity, and innovation.
• Collaborate with leadership and external partners to align vision, expand influence, and position design as a strategic driver of the business.

 Qualifications:

• 8-12+ years of industrial design experience bringing complex physical products from concept through production.
• Advanced expertise in 3D modeling and CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Rhino, Fusion 360).
• Strong knowledge of DFM/DFA principles and production-ready design documentation.
• Experience with additive manufacturing processes and related materials, tolerances, and finishes.
• Proven ability to lead iterative prototyping, testing, and performance validation.
• Experience with parametric or computational design is a plus.
• Ability to create and manage detailed drawings, specifications, and BOMs for production handoff.

Why Join Formative 3D?

We’re building the next generation of manufacturing through advanced 3D printing. What begins with furniture and lighting is quickly expanding into a broader ambition: to rethink how the built environment is conceived, designed, and realized. Formative 3D is building a new model of manufacturing for the built environment using advanced 3D printing, robotics, and automation. We design and manufacture products that range from high-end furniture systems and architectural lighting to jigs, fixtures, and tooling. We’re looking for a leader to drive the creative and strategic direction of our product ecosystem.

Apply online today to join a great team!

Formative 3D is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job‑related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Formative 3D maintains a drug‑free workplace consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

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Job Opportunity: CNC Operator with Formative 3D in Falls Church, VA

Do you enjoy working hands‑on with machines, tools, and materials to create high‑quality parts? Are you detail‑oriented and energized by technical craftsmanship in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment? Ready to support innovative production workflows using CNC machining and advanced 3D printing? If so, we’d love to meet you!

Formative 3D is seeking a CNC Operator to support post‑processing operations and fabricate custom fixtures and jigs that enhance our production workflow. This role blends hands‑on machining with technical precision and close collaboration across production and engineering teams.

You’ll operate CNC and robotic milling equipment to post‑process large‑format 3D‑printed furniture components while contributing to continuous improvements in efficiency, quality, and shop operations.

Key Responsibilities

You will work closely with production and engineering teams to:

• Operate 3‑axis CNC routers and 6‑axis robotic milling machines to post‑process 3D‑printed components and produce fixtures and jigs
• Interpret technical drawings and CAD files to set up and execute milling operations
• Perform post‑processing tasks on printed parts, including trimming, sanding, and surface finishing
• Inspect machined and printed parts for dimensional accuracy and quality standards
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot CNC equipment and tooling
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve fixture design and workflow efficiency
• Assist with general shop duties, including material preparation, organization, and equipment upkeep

What You Bring

• 2+ years of experience operating CNC milling machines in a production or prototyping environment
• Proficiency in reading technical drawings and using measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers
• Familiarity with G‑code, CAM software, and CNC setup procedures (Fusion 360 preferred)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Experience with post‑processing plastics or composite materials (preferred)
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
• Comfort lifting up to 50 lbs and working in a hands‑on shop setting
• Experience with 3D printing or furniture assembly—or a strong desire to learn—is a plus

What We Offer:

• Compensation commensurate with experience
• Full suite of healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision
• Competitive PTO plans
• Competitive retirement plans

Why Join Formative 3D?

Built environments can be manufactured the same way the best technology products are: faster, smarter and at scale.

Formative 3D deploys full-scale manufacturing solutions built for speed, flexibility and real-world impact. By combining advanced 3D printing, robotics and technology, we rethink how physical products for the built world are created — from concept to installation. We design and manufacture products that range from high-end furniture systems and architectural lighting to jigs, fixtures, and tooling.

Formative 3D pushes additive manufacturing forward and sets a new standard for how the built environment gets made. After years of research, our first production facility launched in 2026, and we’re already proving that a new model of manufacturing isn’t theoretical; it’s operational.

Apply online today to join a great team!

Formative 3D is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job‑related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Formative 3D maintains a drug‑free workplace consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

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Job Opportunity: Assistant Technical Project Manager with Formative 3D in Falls Church, VA

Are you energized by improving how things get made? Do you enjoy tracking progress, solving operational challenges, and supporting production teams in fast‑moving environments? Ready to grow your career in advanced manufacturing while helping scale innovative, sustainable systems? If so, we’d love to talk with you!

Formative 3D is seeking an Assistant Technical Project Manager with an industrial engineering or operations background to support production tracking, supply chain coordination, and manufacturing systems implementation. This role is ideal for a junior‑level professional eager to grow into manufacturing leadership while helping drive efficiency across additive manufacturing workflows.

You’ll work closely with production leadership and cross‑functional teams to maintain visibility across jobs, materials, and performance metrics as we launch and scale our new production facility.

Key Responsibilities

You will collaborate closely with production and operations leadership to:

• Maintain visibility of job status using MES, dynamic scheduling tools, or similar production tracking systems
• Track jobs through printing, post‑processing, quality control checkpoints, and assembly
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of raw materials, consumables, and outsourced components
• Implement and support material tracking processes to optimize raw material delivery and availability
• Manage inventory levels, storage systems, and material handling workflows
• Support packaging, labeling, and preparation of finished products for delivery
• Assist with coordinating outbound logistics with carriers and freight partners
• Monitor and report on KPIs such as uptime, downtime, yield, and waste reduction
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and Lean manufacturing practices

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field
• 1-3 years of experience in supply chain, operations, or manufacturing support roles
• Familiarity with MES, ERP, or job tracking and scheduling software
• Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and 5S principles
• Strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, startup manufacturing environment
• A proactive mindset with interest in growing into manufacturing or operations leadership

What We Offer:

• Full‑time, salaried position with compensation commensurate with experience
• Full suite of healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision
• Competitive PTO plans
• Competitive retirement plans

Why Join Formative 3D?

Built environments can be manufactured the same way the best technology products are: faster, smarter and at scale.

Formative 3D deploys full-scale manufacturing solutions built for speed, flexibility and real-world impact. By combining advanced 3D printing, robotics and technology, we rethink how physical products for the built world are created — from concept to installation. We design and manufacture products that range from high-end furniture systems and architectural lighting to jigs, fixtures, and tooling.

Formative 3D pushes additive manufacturing forward and sets a new standard for how the built environment gets made. After years of research, our first production facility launched in 2026, and we’re already proving that a new model of manufacturing isn’t theoretical; it’s operational.

Apply online today to join a great team!

Formative 3D is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job‑related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Formative 3D maintains a drug‑free workplace consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

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