Hiring: Manager, Product Development - Industrials Company: VulcanForms Inc. Location: Newburyport, MA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 10:19:52 Target Skills & Keywords : CAD About the job Experience: •8+ years of progressive, hands-on experience in product or applications development with a preference for candidates with experience in LPBF or similar additive technology. Required Skills: •Lead a cross-functional team of additive, post-processing, and quality engineers to develop part processes that maximize customer value. •Evaluate early-stage opportunities for feasibility, working with senior technical staff to define the new product introduction path and with program leads to set clear expectations and keep technical development on track. •Interface directly with automation, machining, and finishing process owners as well as outside vendors to apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles from the start of every program. •Support junior engineers with technical troubleshooting on development builds, adjusting plans as issues surface while work in process moves through the factory. •Support quality engineering in selection and execution of appropriate metrological solutions effectively meet customer needs from a qualification and production perspective. •Support production programs by keeping parts moving efficiently through the factory. •Lead root cause investigations for complex part defects and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) using data analysis and iterative testing. •Oversee the technical execution of First Article Inspections (FAI) and production launches for the Energy, Industrials and Firearms vertical. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials, Aerospace, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field preferred. •Expert-level proficiency in advanced 3D CAD software (e.g., Siemens NX, Creo, SolidWorks). Specialized skills with build-preparation tools (e.g., Magics, nTopology, Amphyon) preferred. •Deep mastery of GD&T, advanced statistical process capability, tolerance stack-up analysis, and complex DFM/DfAM constraints. •Outstanding leadership and communication skills, with a proven ability to influence technical roadmaps, align multidisciplinary stakeholders, and mentor engineering talent. •Strong working knowledge of subtractive manufacturing operations (5-axis milling, turning, EDM) and their integration with additive workflows. •VulcanForms offers a competitive salary and equity package. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, VulcanForms provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous paid time off; and a 401(k) plan with company match. •The annual base salary range for this position is $135,800 to $186,700. Compensation: •$135,800 - $186,700 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package •VulcanForms offers a competitive salary and equity package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!