Manufacturing Manager - Additive/Metal 3D Printing

NOW HIRING: Additive Manufacturing Manager | Metal 3D Printing

Baltimore / BWI Area | Hybrid (2–3 Days On-Site)

$175,000–$225,000 + Competitive Equity

✈️ Relocation Assistance May Be Available

Want to help shape the future of AI infrastructure through advanced metal 3D printing?

A high-growth, pre-Series A hard-tech company is developing next-generation metal heat exchangers designed to cool high-performance AI chips. With a pilot program involving a major OEM targeting deployment in a leading AI data center, the company is scaling its advanced manufacturing capabilities and looking for an experienced Additive Manufacturing Manager to help lead the next phase.

This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of metal additive manufacturing, AI infrastructure, and advanced thermal engineering while helping build production capabilities from the ground up.

What You’ll Do

• Lead hands-on operations for advanced laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) metal 3D printing equipment.
• Optimize print processes, production yields, cycle times, part quality, and manufacturing costs.
• Apply Design for Additive Manufacturing (DFAM) principles to improve component performance and manufacturability.
• Oversee post-processing, including stress relief, heat treatment, depowdering, and quality testing.
• Manage production workflows, troubleshoot technical challenges, and drive continuous improvement.
• Hold external manufacturing partners and service bureaus accountable for quality and specifications.
• Help establish and scale additive manufacturing capabilities, equipment, and production processes.
• Collaborate with engineering and thermal teams to translate advanced designs into reliable, production-ready components.

✅ What We’re Looking For

• Hands-on experience with metal laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) — polymer-only 3D printing experience will not meet the requirement.
• Experience operating large-format, multi-laser metal printers with 400 mm+ build envelopes .
• Practical DFAM experience optimizing designs for printability, yield, weight, cycle time, or cost.
• Experience with post-print processing and quality testing, including CT inspection, leak testing, and nonconformance resolution.
• Experience managing external manufacturers or service bureaus to technical specifications.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Materials, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Ability to work in the lab near BWI 2–3 days per week; relocation may be considered.

⭐ Additional Experience That Stands Out

• Leadership experience managing technicians or additive manufacturing operations.
• Experience launching a new metal AM cell, production workshop, or printer fleet.
• Background in aerospace, defense, energy, transportation, computing, or other demanding manufacturing environments.
• Experience in a fast-moving hard-tech startup.
• Familiarity with powder handling, inert gas systems, equipment commissioning, and manufacturing safety.

Why This Opportunity?

• Competitive compensation: $175K–$225K base salary plus equity.
• Cutting-edge technology: Work with advanced metal printing and AI-driven design.
• Build from the ground up: Help establish manufacturing processes and production capabilities.
• High-impact applications: Contribute to thermal management solutions for next-generation AI infrastructure.
• Startup ownership: Join a small, technically ambitious team where your expertise can directly influence execution and growth.

Interested? Send me a message to discuss the role and learn more about this opportunity.

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