Senior Mechanical Engineer

SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER Freeform builds AI-native manufacturing systems that unify software, hardware, and physics to produce industrial-scale parts at the speed of human ideation. By treating manufacturing as a single integrated system, we unlock a new era of innovation where complex hardware is designed, built, and scaled without limits. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Freeform, you will be responsible for leading mechanical design efforts across the company, as well as for driving the pace of innovation and maximizing hardware development speed. To be successful in this role, you must have extensive technical breadth in mechanical engineering concepts as well as specific expertise in architecting, designing, and developing complex mechanical systems, advanced robotics systems, or state-of-the-art industrial automation systems. The ideal candidate is capable of acting as the technical lead for a complex system with the ability work across engineering disciplines. 3D printing experience is not required to be successful here - rather we look for smart, motivated, collaborative engineers who love solving hard problems and creating amazing technology! Responsibilities: Act as a responsible engineer in bringing hardware from concept to production Research, develop, design, and test complex mechanical components, subassemblies, equipment, and systems Perform tolerance analysis of designs at the system and subsystem level Plan and perform tests to analyze the feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components, and systems Work hands-on to build, integrate, and validate designs and newly developed systems and/or subsystems Strategize continuous improvement plans to enhance system performance, reliability, and manufacturability Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related technical field 5+ years of experience in mechanical systems design and development CAD experience, including GDT and detailed drawing documentation Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals with extensive hands-on hardware development experience Systems-level thinker also able to perform detailed work; has previously delivered complex mechanical systems Nice to Have: 10+ years of experience designing mechanical systems for semiconductor, machining, automation, materials processing, or other related industrial manufacturing or capital equipment applications (e.g. additive manufacturing, semiconductor, robotics, CNC, or biomedical manufacturing equipment design engineering experience) Advanced degree in mechanical engineering Knowledge of motion control and kinematics Experience with design of fluid or thermal systems Working knowledge of electromechanical systems Passion for improving the state of metal 3D printing Excellent verbal and written communication skills Location: Based in Hawthorne, our vertically integrated facility brings technology development, RD, and production together under one roof. We operate at the center of LA’s deep tech ecosystem, surrounded by some of the most ambitious hardware innovation happening anywhere in the country. What We Offer: We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions. We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology. Benefits Significant stock option packages 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options) Life insurance Traditional and Roth 401(k) Relocation assistance provided Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events Compensation As a growing company , the salary range is intentionally ... (truncated, view full listing at source)