Mechatronics and Additive Manufacturing Engineer

Executive Recruiting Group
  • Broomfield, CO
  • $120,000–$170,000
  • Quick Apply
30+ days ago

Job 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​

Numbers & Facts

LocationBroomfield, CO
Salary$120,000–$170,000

Skills

  • Additive Manufacturingunmatched
  • Automationunmatched
  • C++ Programming Languageunmatched
  • CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systemsunmatched
  • Chemistryunmatched
  • Control Systemsunmatched
  • Embedded Systemsunmatched
  • Extrusionunmatched
  • Industrial Roboticsunmatched
  • Manufacturing Engineeringunmatched
  • Manufacturing Systemsunmatched
  • Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
  • Motion Controlunmatched
  • Printersunmatched
  • Prototypingunmatched
  • Python Programming/Scripting Languageunmatched
  • Roboticsunmatched
  • Servomechanismunmatched
  • Software Developmentunmatched

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