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Biomedical Engineer 3D Printing Jobs in California

Koobz

3D Printing Process Engineer

Ventura, CA

$80K - $120K/yr

Train and mentor junior engineers and interns in 3D printing best practices. Qualifications: * Minimum of 3 years of work experience in FDM/FFF 3D printing * Proficient in CAD modeling, preferably ...

Layup Parts

3D Printing Lead

Huntington Beach, CA

$90K - $120K/yr

Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, CNC, and Composite teams to support production ... 3D printing equipment * Experience operating Bambu Lab, CEAD, or similar equipment * Strong ...

Layup Parts

3D Printing Lead

Huntington Beach, CA · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, CNC, and Composite teams to support production ... 3D printing equipment * Experience operating Bambu Lab, CEAD, or similar equipment * Strong ...

Layup Parts

3D Printing Lead

Huntington Beach, CA

$90K - $120K/yr

Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, CNC, and Composite teams to support production ... 3D printing equipment * Experience operating Bambu Lab, CEAD, or similar equipment * Strong ...

Mach Industries

3D Print Technician

Huntington Beach, CA · On-site

$26 - $30/hr

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, Materials Science, or a related field * Experience with a variety of 3D printing processes (FDM, SLA/DLP, SLS, MJF, etc.

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What does a biomedical engineer 3D printing do?

A Biomedical Engineer specializing in 3D printing uses advanced additive manufacturing technologies to design and create medical devices, prosthetics, implants, and tissue scaffolds. They work closely with healthcare professionals to develop customized solutions that improve patient outcomes. Their responsibilities often include computer-aided design (CAD), selecting appropriate biomaterials, and ensuring that printed products meet regulatory and safety standards. This field requires a combination of engineering, biology, and material science expertise.

How does a biomedical engineer 3D printing typically collaborate with clinicians and researchers during the product development process?

Biomedical Engineers in 3D Printing often work closely with clinicians and researchers to understand clinical needs, gather anatomical data, and refine prototypes. This collaboration ensures that the custom devices or models meet both medical requirements and regulatory standards. Regular interdisciplinary meetings, feedback sessions, and iterative design reviews are common, fostering a dynamic environment where engineering solutions are aligned with real-world healthcare challenges. Effective communication and teamwork are crucial in translating medical concepts into functional 3D-printed products.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a biomedical engineer 3D printing?

To thrive as a Biomedical Engineer specializing in 3D printing, you need a solid background in biomedical engineering principles, CAD modeling, and materials science, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Proficiency with 3D printing technologies, such as FDM, SLA, and SLS, as well as familiarity with software like SolidWorks and experience with regulatory standards, is often required. Strong problem-solving, creativity, and effective communication skills distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies are crucial for designing innovative medical devices, ensuring product safety, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to advance healthcare solutions.
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R&D Engineer III, 3D Printing Design

Align Technology

San Jose, CA • On-site

$110K - $151K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Align Technology rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

R&D Engineer III, 3D Printing Design
Department: Research & Development
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: US-California-San Jose
Compensation: $110,000 - $151,300 / year
Description
The R&D Engineer III, 3D Printing Design will be responsible for planning, leading and executing projects focusing on new product design and development within the Product Research Engineering team. As an R&D Engineer, you will be a key team member to drive the design and development of novel orthodontic solutions. You will partner closely with cross-functional teams working with materials, software, and 3D printing systems to solve complex technical challenges in the areas of product performance and design.
Role expectations
  • Leverage 3D technologies, software-platforms, and biomechanical principles to design novel orthodontic solutions.
  • Lead product development and research projects from concept through launch.
  • Develop test plans for efficacy, reliability, verification, and validation.
  • Define procedures to evaluate real-world product performance and conduct bench top testing in accordance with FDA/ISO guidelines.
  • Supplement functional performance testing with metrological analysis and/or material characterization.
  • Perform statistical analysis and interpret data to guide technical decisions and product improvements.
  • Connect product outcomes back to the inputs and outputs of advanced 3D manufacturing processes.
  • Communicate technical findings, recommendations, and project updates to cross-functional stakeholders at all levels.
  • Incorporate real-world data and customer feedback into future waves of product development.
  • Collaborate across functions to drive creative solutions in a dynamic team environment.
  • Provide general engineering support for Product Research & Development (PR&D).

What we're looking for
  • B.S. in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering or other related degree with 5+ years of directly related experience in product development and research; or
  • M.S. in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering or other related degree with 3+ years of directly related experience in product development and research; or
  • Ph.D. in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering or other related degree
  • Strong theoretical and experimental background in structural mechanics and biomechanics.
  • Experience with additive manufacturing and rapid prototyping processes for product design and development.
  • Experience with 3D CAD modeling.
  • Experience with test method development and documentation best practices in regulated industries.
  • Experience with metrological tools and outputs, for example, computed tomography, microscopy, etc.
  • Experience with mechanical or biomechanical equipment and/or material characterization techniques.
  • Experience with scripting/programming.
  • Experience in orthodontics or dental/medical device industry.

Pay Transparency
If provided, base salary or wage rate ranges are the range in which Align reasonably expects to set a candidate's pay for the posted position. Actual placement depends on the individual skills and experience level of a candidate plus the total compensation and equity across team members. For other locations outside of the primary location, the base salary range will be adjusted geographically.
For Field Sales roles, the salary listed is the base pay only and does not include the applicable incentive compensation plan. A cost of living adjustment may be added to base pay for higher cost areas in the U.S.
Our internship hourly rates are a standard pay determined based on the position and your location, year in school, degree, and experience.
General Description of All Benefits
We are pleased to provide a general description of the benefits Align offers to full-time employees in this position.
Family Benefits. Align offers employees and their eligible dependents medical (with a Health Savings Account option for some plan offerings), dental, and vision in accordance with those plans. Align also offers to employees:
  • Discounts on Invisalign and Vivera to employees and their eligible dependents after 90 days of employment
  • Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge
  • Family Forming Benefits - Available to Employees, and their spouse or domestic partner, covered under one of Align's health plans
  • Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Hinge Health Virtual Physical Therapy - Available to all employees and eligible dependents (age 18+) enrolled in an Align medical Plan

Employee benefits. Align offers its employees:
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance in accordance with those plans.
  • Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment. Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse/Domestic Partner, and Child(ren) are available for purchase in accordance with those plans.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts- Employees may be eligible to participate in a health care account (including a limited health FSA if enrolled in a HDHP), dependent care account, and a pre-tax commuter benefit plan.
  • 401k plan (with a discretionary Company match of 50% up to 6% of eligible earnings up to a maximum match of 3%.). Employer match vests after two years - 25% year one and 100% at year two. Align offers traditional, Roth, and after-tax options.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program (Employees must work 20 hours or more and be employed on purchase date to be eligible).
  • Paid vacation of up to 17 days during the first full year of employment (currently accrued at the rate of 5.24 hours each pay-period), which carries over to a maximum cap of 30 days. Annual paid vacation time accrual increases based on tenure. Both exempt and non-exempt employees who work 32 hours or more per week receive prorated vacation accrual based on their regularly scheduled work hours and tenure.
  • Sick time is accrued throughout the year at the rate of one hour for every thirty worked. Employees can carry over unused sick leave each year, up to a maximum balance of 80 hours.
  • 11 Company-designated paid holidays throughout the year.
  • If employed for at least 12 consecutive months, Align will grant up to 6 weeks of paid Parental Leave. If employed for less than 12 consecutive months, Align will grant up to 4 weeks of paid Parental Leave. All parental leave must be completed within one year of the birth or placement of the child. Parental leave is in addition to any state and/or local parental leave benefits. Three days of paid bereavement leave. In some cases, due to travel the amount of paid leave may be extended to 5 paid days off. To the extent applicable state or local law offers more generous benefits, Align complies with any such law.
  • Non-exempt employees will receive full pay for up to 10 days of jury duty. Exempt employees will receive their full salary during any week they serve and perform any work. Other insurance such as legal, critical illness, voluntary accident, long-term care, auto, home and pet insurance are available for purchase.

To the extent applicable state or local law offers more generous benefits, Align complies with any such law.

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