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Senior Technology Leader – Additive Manufacturing
Job Expiry Date: 01.09.2024

The company, a global leader in advancing technologies and innovation, is currently seeking a Senior Additive Manufacturing (AM) Technical Leader. This position is integral to the development and coordination of strategies for cutting-edge technology innovations that address market needs in the AM sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Business Development Directors to assess and anticipate market technology needs.
• Develop technology roadmaps and execute strategies using internal and external resources.
• Lead the development of externally funded and internal R&D projects for industry-altering technology innovations.
• Engage in technical dialogue with customers, identifying and maturing project opportunities.
• Act as the principal investigator on large programs advancing AM technologies.
• Participate actively in the Additive Manufacturing Consortium, influencing research topics.
• Write proposals meeting clients’ technical needs and providing clear value propositions.
• Serve as the business development liaison for key accounts within the AM technical expertise area.
• Promote technical capabilities through publications, conferences, committees, and marketing content.
• Influence the technical and financial health of the core technology team by positioning it as a thought leader.
• Develop a strong project pipeline to ensure technology sustainability.
• Assist Engineering Managers in selecting, developing, and directing engineering talent.
• Mentor and develop the technical and communication skills of less experienced staff.
• Develop equipment manufacturer partnerships to expand in-house technical offerings.
• Provide technical oversight during project execution, ensuring appropriate approaches and quality of deliverables.
• Prepare client reports and present project results for larger or more visible projects.
• Stay current with industry trends and technical advancements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Well-established, industry-recognized knowledge and expertise in Additive Manufacturing.
• Proficiency in executing scientific research and performing experimental analysis.
• Basic metallurgical knowledge of carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and nickel-based alloys.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with internal and external customers.
• Proven adaptability, creativity, and initiative within assigned project work.
• Analytical thinking with an understanding of the impact of individual contributions on project financial performance.
• Success in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Passion for AM processing in manufacturing.
• Willingness to travel (25%) to customer sites and conferences.

Education:

• M.S. in Material Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Welding Engineering, or related field.

Experience:

• Fifteen (15) years of industrial or R&D experience, with at least five (5) years in the Additive Manufacturing field.