Jr. Applications Engineer

Position Overview:At Velo3D, Applications Engineers bridge the gap between manufacturing, sales, and customer support teams. The Jr. Applications Engineer will be working directly with senior engineers in preparing print files, facilitating internal part manufacturing, analyzing data, reporting results, as well as supporting external customers. There are opportunities for hands-on problem solving, customer-facing interactions, public speaking events, and attending trade shows. 

Resposibilities

• Prepare print files per customer specifications such that results meet acceptance criteria 
• Assist in manufacturing processes such as printer operation, part depowdering, heat treatment, etc. 
• Provide feedback on manufacturability of components and guide team members’ and/or customers’ efforts. 
• Provide technical support to customers via email, phone, or in-person as needed. 
• Collaborate with the sales and business development teams to develop technical proposals and presentations. 
• Gather and report customer feedback internally to guide product development and improvement. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or related discipline). 
• Basic understanding of engineering principles and technical problem-solving. 
• Ability to grasp complex technical concepts, learn new technologies, and understand advanced processes quickly 
• High attention to detail 
• Strong proactive communication skills, both verbal and written 
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. 
• Demonstrates strong situational awareness to assess risks and respond proactively in dynamic environments. 

Work Environment

• Work is performed in an AS9100-certified manufacturing facility that includes the use of forklifts, industrial lasers, atomized metal powders, heavy materials, and capital equipment such as CNC machines, EDM, LPBF 3D printers, and high-temperature furnaces. 
• Strict adherence to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) protocols is required, including but not limited to:safety eyewear, hearing protection, steel-toe safety shoes, cut-resistant gloves, and respirators as appropriate. 
• Must be able to stand for extended periods on the shop floor and lift up to 50 lbs safely as part of regular duties. 
• Some tasks may involve prolonged periods of desk work, including extensive computer use for documentation, monitoring systems, or process control. 

About the Company: Velo, Velo3D, Sapphire and Intelligent Fusion are registered trademarks of Velo3D, Inc. Without Compromise, Flow, Flow Developer, and Assure are trademarks of Velo3D, Inc. With the only SupportFree laser powder bed fusion capability, we enable on-demand manufacturing of production quality Titanium, Inconel, and Aluminum parts with an unprecedented degree of design freedom and quality control. The VELO3D award-winning solution includes an integrated offering of hardware and software: Sapphire® metal AM production printer, Flow™ print preparation software, Assure™ quality assurance and control system, and an integrated manufacturing process that runs throughout the printing operation. Our team enjoys excellent benefits including healthcare coverage and 401(K) employer contributions. We believe in transparency and recognizing exceptional efforts through our monthly all-hands meetings and team member appreciation awards. Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting base salary for this full-time position is between $72,000 and $89,000. This salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this position in the U.S. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as work experience, job-related skills, related education, work location, and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. In addition to a competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this position may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and equity program, as applicable. Velo3D provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on, race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.