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Manufacturing Engineering Intern (Fall 2024)

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Formlabs

Jun 28

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Software Engineering
  • Somerville

Requirements

  • Have completed relevant technical coursework or have practical experience in statistics, data-science, or other relevant engineering discipline
  • Comfortable using a variety of data analysis tools to draw conclusions, such as statistics, machine learning, or predictive analytics
  • Working knowledge of SQL, python, Tableau, and related tools for data analysis and visualization
  • Hands-on, self-motivated, and love to work on hardware
  • Skilled at debugging, testing, and identifying the root causes of problems
  • Nice to Have:
  • Have a desire to understand system level interactions of complex electro-mechanical products.
  • Understanding of GD&T principles to define and evaluate quality

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research projects on how manufacturing and/or calibration variations in a given printer subsystem affect production yields and develop a proposal to improve the process yield.
  • Support the continuous improvement of test and calibration fixtures through reviewing test and qualification data to ensure alignment and identify areas for improvement.
  • Build and test standard reporting and analysis tools for the Manufacturing team to quickly identify production issues
  • Inform engineering decisions with data analysis and present findings to the Manufacturing team to improve the quality of hardware and software

FAQs

What is the primary goal of the Manufacturing Engineering Intern position at Formlabs?

The primary goal of the Manufacturing Engineering Intern position is to support the manufacturing team in research, development, and implementation of processes that improve production yields and enhance the quality of hardware and software for their 3D printing products.

What kind of projects will the intern be involved in?

The intern will conduct research projects focused on how manufacturing and calibration variations affect production yields, support continuous improvement of test and calibration fixtures, build and test reporting and analysis tools, and use data analysis to inform engineering decisions.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates should have completed relevant technical coursework or practical experience in statistics, data science, or a related engineering discipline, along with familiarity in using data analysis tools such as SQL, Python, and Tableau.

Is hands-on experience necessary for this role?

Yes, candidates should be hands-on, self-motivated, and have a passion for working on hardware, as these qualities are crucial for debugging, testing, and identifying root causes of problems in the manufacturing process.

What type of data analysis skills should candidates possess?

Candidates should be comfortable using a variety of data analysis tools, including statistics, machine learning, and predictive analytics, to draw conclusions and improve processes.

Are there any preferred qualifications that are considered a "nice to have"?

Yes, a desire to understand system-level interactions of complex electro-mechanical products and an understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) principles for defining and evaluating quality are considered advantageous.

Will the intern have an opportunity to present their findings?

Yes, the intern will inform engineering decisions through data analysis and will have the opportunity to present their findings to the Manufacturing team to help improve product quality.

When is this internship opportunity available?

This Manufacturing Engineering Intern position is available for the Fall of 2024.

What type of team will the intern be working with?

The intern will be part of the manufacturing team, which collaborates cross-functionally with mechanical design, electrical, quality, supply chain, and materials teams to enhance the manufacturing process.

Does the internship require any specific software proficiency?

Yes, candidates should have a working knowledge of SQL, Python, Tableau, and related tools for data analysis and visualization to effectively perform their tasks.

High performance 3D Printers, finally within reach: industrial-quality SLA and SLS 3D printers

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
501-1000
Employees
2011
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Formlabs is expanding access to digital fabrication, so anyone can make anything. Headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts with offices in Germany, Japan, China, Singapore, Hungary, and North Carolina, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, manufacturers, and decision makers around the globe. Formlabs products include the Form 3, Form 3B, Form 3L, and Form 3BL powered by an advanced form of stereolithography (SLA) called Low Force Stereolithography (LFS)™ 3D printing, Form Wash and Form Cure post-processing solutions, Fuse 1 SLS 3D printer, and Form Cell manufacturing solution. Through its Factory Solutions offering for industrial users, Formlabs provides the factories of tomorrow with the flexibility and versatility needed for demanding, evolving industrial applications. Formlabs also develops its own suite of high-performance materials that continue to push the boundaries for 3D printing, as well as best-in-class 3D printing software