Design Lead - Manufacturing Process

Job Description

Design Lead - Manufacturing Process

Bristol, Massachusetts

Job Summary

An Additive Manufacturing (AM) or 3D Printing professional oversees the layer-by-layer fabrication of physical objects using digital CAD models. Depending on the specific role (such as a technician, design engineer, or production specialist), responsibilities span design preparation, printer setup, material handling, and post-processing.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Optimization (DfAM): Evaluate customer parts and redesign them using Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) principles (e.g., lattice structures, topology optimization, part consolidation).
• Process & Build Setup: Prepare 3D models in slicing software, set machine parameters (temperature, laser power, speed), and manage print build queues.
• Operations & Maintenance: Operate industrial 3D printers, supervise machine calibrations, and handle routine maintenance or troubleshooting.
• Post-Processing & Finishing: Coordinate and execute post-printing steps, including support removal, heat treatment, sandblasting, polishing, and CNC machining integration.
• Quality Assurance & Testing: Work with QC/CMM inspection teams to verify dimensional accuracy, material integrity, and compliance with industrial standards.

Skill Requirements

• Proficiency in CAD software and 3D file formats (STL, STEP, etc.).

• Knowledge of AM technologies (FDM, SLA, SLS, DMLS) and material properties (plastics, resins, metals).

• Familiarity with post-processing and basic mechanical assembly.

• Education & Experience:

• Typically requires a Diploma, Bachelors degree, or certification in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field.

• Ranging from entry-level/internships to 3+ years of hands-on experience with industrial 3D printing equipment.

• Soft Skills: Problem-solving attention to detail, documentation skills, and cross-functional communication with design and production teams

Other Requirements

1. Optional But Valuable Certifications: Certified Manufacturing Engineer (Cmfge), Design For Six Sigma (Dfss) Certification.

Maximum Salary (US): 128000

Minimum Salary (US): 69000

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Information at a Glance

Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, youll supercharge your potential. Youll find your career. And youll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2026 totaled $14.8 billion.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate's pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.