Stratasys is a world leader in 3D printing! Stratasys is leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products and healthcare. Through smart and connected 3D printers, polymer materials, a software ecosystem, and parts on demand, Stratasys solutions deliver competitive advantages at every stage in the product value chain. The worlds leading organizations turn to Stratasys to transform product design, bring agility to manufacturing and supply chains, and improve patient care.
Help Build the Future of Additive Manufacturing
We are looking for a Research Engineer to help develop the next generation of additive manufacturing technologies. In this role, you will work at the forefront of innovation-exploring new hardware architectures, advanced materials, and system integration concepts that will shape future manufacturing platforms. This is an ideal opportunity for a curious, hands-on engineer who enjoys experimenting with new ideas, building prototypes, and solving complex technical challenges. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, materials science, and software to transform early-stage concepts into technologies that power the next wave of advanced manufacturing systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
Explore and Prototype New Technologies
Investigate emerging technologies that can advance additive manufacturing systems
Design and build experimental prototypes to evaluate new concepts
Explore new hardware architectures, materials, and system integration strategies
Stay informed on industry trends, research developments, and breakthrough technologies
Conduct Feasibility Studies and Experiments
Plan and execute experiments, simulations, and modeling activities
Evaluate new technologies, materials, and system designs
Apply engineering analysis and statistical methods to interpret results
Troubleshoot technical challenges and refine experimental approaches
Develop Testing and Validation Strategies
Create research plans, testing protocols, and validation methods
Document experimental procedures and test configurations
Maintain organized research records that support knowledge sharing and future development
Collaborate Across Engineering Disciplines
Partner with hardware, materials, software, and product teams
Participate in technical reviews and provide design feasibility input
Help transition promising research concepts into development-ready solutions
Communicate Research Findings
Analyze experimental and simulation data
Prepare technical reports summarizing insights and recommendations
Present findings to engineering teams and leadership to support data-driven decisions
Grow Cross-Disciplinary Expertise
Expand your technical knowledge beyond your primary discipline
Engage in technical training, research, and collaborative learning
Apply new knowledge to advance innovation across projects
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications