Additive Manufacturing Engineer - Sand 3D Printing

This job is located in our under construction facility in Cleveland, OH, USA 

Join our innovative team where we specialize in the advanced additive manufacturing and automation for industrial casting in aerospace and defense. We partner with Consolidated Precision Products (“CPP”) to pioneer next-generation casting solutions that meet the rigorous demands of quality, durability, and precision required for turbine engines, aerostructures and other defense applications. We are seeking an experienced engineering leader who can lead a new phase of expansion and buildout.

Job Summary:

The Additive Manufacturing Engineer – Sand 3D Printing will lead Poly6’s initiatives to develop internal capability for producing 3D-printed sand cores for advanced casting processes. This role combines deep expertise in binder jetting processes, strong communication and collaboration skills, and a hands-on approach to technical problem solving. The ideal candidate thrives as a high-impact individual contributor capable of interfacing across engineering, customers, and leadership.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead technical development and establishment of in-house 3D sand printing capability on ExOne and Voxeljet equipment.

• Build and maintain should-cost models for 3D-printed sand cores, factoring in materials, machine operation, and post-processing.

• Work with OEM engineers and product teams to convert casting requirements into detailed specifications for 3D-printed sand core suppliers.

• Partner with stakeholders to simplify sand core designs, reducing part count and assembly labor for downstream foundry processes.

• Conduct technical trials to optimize binder jetting parameters for silica-based sands using phenolic and furan resins.

• Present technical findings to customers and executive audiences with clear, effective communication.

• Document processes, technical learnings, and best practices to ensure knowledge capture and transfer.

• Serve as the technical subject matter expert for both Poly6 and CPP in binder jetting of sand cores.

• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and program management teams to integrate 3D sand printing into broader casting workflows.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. person (citizen or permanent resident) due to export control requirements.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or similar field.
• 5+ years of experience in binder jetting additive manufacturing, ideally including ExOne and Voxeljet sand printing applications.

• Skilled in cost modeling and economic analysis for manufacturing processes with proven understanding of sand casting processes and casting design principles.

• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills suitable for engaging technical and non-technical audiences.

• Comfortable working independently in a dynamic manufacturing environment, handling ambiguity and shifting priorities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Direct experience with ExOne and Voxeljet binder jetting systems.

• Familiarity with phenolic and furan resin systems for sand printing.

• Experience in defense or aerospace casting programs.

• Understanding of ITAR/EAR regulations and aerospace part qualification standards.

• Travel: Occasional travel (10-15%) for supplier interactions, customer meetings, or technology transfer.

Benefits include:

• Bonus program eligibility
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• Quarterly Bonus Eligibility
• Professional development opportunities in a collaborative environment

Compensation: $85,000 to $150,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

Candidates must pass pre-employment background check and drug test prior to employment.

This position requires access to information protected under U.S. export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these US export laws without sponsorship for an export license.

Poly6 is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, color, genetic information, religion, sex, veteran status, or national origin. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact Laura Tambone, at 339-234-9338, or Poly6-Human Resources [email protected] in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. The company may revise the job description at any time in response to business needs.