Aerosol Jet Applications Engineer

Crosslinked Jobs/Coatings/films/Aerosol Jet Applications Engineer OP Aerosol Jet Applications Engineer Optomec St Paul, MN Apply Seniority Mid-level Work On-site Type Full-time Degree BS Experience 3–5 yrs Industry Aerospace Role Applications Engineering Schedule Standard Materials electronic inksmetal inksstructural metals Techniques optical microscopyprofilometryRF measurementmachine vision Role details Description Overview: The Aerosol Jet® (AJ) Applications Engineer works with the Advanced Applications team in driving and managing the technical evaluation aspects of the sales process. The Applications team must evaluate requests from customers and develop demonstrations based on the capabilities of the AJ process and available materials. The engineer will lead hands-on demonstrations of the printing process, culminating in the fabrication of functional test parts for the customer. The engineer will also work with product engineers and scientists to advance the technology by participating in long-term R&D projects. Current areas of application and market focus include printed antennas, advanced semiconductor packaging, printed circuits, medical devices, printed heaters, and embedded sensors. Responsibilities Work with customers to specify device performance requirements Work with commercial material suppliers to specify application material requirements Fabricate proof of concept devices with AJ systems Support user education on the AJ process, materials, and applications through journal and conference publications, training, technical notes, and online forums. Requirements Ideal candidate is self-motivated with knowledge of electronics manufacturing, materials, processes and technology and excellent hands-on skills. Candidate must thrive in the dynamic atmosphere of a technical organization with a rapidly expanding customer base. The candidate must possess strong professional communication skills in areas of proposal and technical report writing, verbal presentations, and small group consultation. Preferred B.S. with 3-5 years' experience, M.S. or Ph.D. in physical sciences or engineeringWorking knowledge of general chemistryWorking knowledge of simple DC electronic circuits and test procedures, preferably RF measurement techniquesWorking knowledge of a software language, Python, C\+\+, MATLAB, or LabVIEW preferredPreferred experience with Cognex machine vision softwarePreferred experience with optical microscopy and profilometryPreferred experience with CAD and additive manufacturing, e.g., SOLIDWORKS, FDM or SLAPreferred experience with simple machine shop proceduresPreferred experience with laser materials processingAble to lift 25 lbs. and access components from the floor to a five-foot level.Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft OfficeStrong work ethic – driven to exceed customer expectations within delivery timeframe. About Optomec Optomec is a privately held, rapidly growing supplier of Additive Manufacturing systems. These solutions utilize Optomec’s patented Aerosol Jet Printed Electronics technology and LENS 3D Printed Metal technology to reduce costs and improve performance. Together, these unique printing solutions work with the broadest spectrum of functional materials, ranging from electronic inks to structural metals and even biological matter. Optomec has more than 200 marquee customers around the world, targeting production applications in the Electronics, Energy, Life Sciences and Aerospace industries. com. *Optomec, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.* Connected All roles at OptomecMore Applications Engineering rolesRoles using optical microscopyCoatings/films,Electronic materials roles Related roles TE Internship, Materials Engineering (Winter/Spring 2027)Tesla Fremont, CA $42k – $104kSF Packaging Specifications ManagerSmithfield Foods Smithfield, VA $105k – $140kKH Sr Manager, R&D - Plastic Rigid MaterialsKraft Heinz Glenview, IL $121k – $151kAN Project Manager, Product DevelopmentATP North America West Columbia, SC TC Technical Specialist (Sr)Tremco CPG Inc. Ontario, CA $111k – $139k