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Job Title: Applications Engineer
Overview
This role focuses on working closely with customers and internal teams to develop metal additive manufacturing solutions. You will support build preparation, run simulations, and help ensure products meet quality standards. The position blends hands-on engineering, customer interaction, and project coordination.
Responsibilities
- Work with customers and internal teams to understand needs and recommend solutions
- Prepare and optimize metal 3D printing (L-PBF) builds, including setup and process planning
- Run simulations to improve build quality and efficiency
- Support product development from concept through production
- Ensure compliance with quality standards (ISO, AS9100, ISO 9001)
- Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and recommendations to customers
- Contribute to new product development initiatives
- Help manage projects, track progress, and communicate updates
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, quality, production)
- Document builds, simulations, and results
Required Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
- 4 years of relevant experience, including customer interaction
- Strong experience with metal additive manufacturing (L-PBF)
- Experience running simulations for additive processes
- Background in product development or engineering (mechanical, applications, etc.)
- Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to customers
- Familiarity with quality standards (ISO, AS9100, ISO 9001)
- Strong project coordination and organizational skills
Additional Skills
- Experience in a customer-facing engineering role
- Knowledge of laser-based additive manufacturing systems
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally
- Interest in additive manufacturing and emerging technologies
Work Environment
- Engineering-focused, collaborative team environment
- Work with advanced metal additive manufacturing technology
- Strong emphasis on quality and innovation
- Offers flexible time off and solid benefits package
- Includes perks like onsite amenities and team activities
This is a Permanent position based out of Littleton, CO.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/yr.
Medical including Blue Cross/Blue Shield PPO Paid parental and bereavement leave Flexible time off practices for work/life fit Generous PTO 401k savings plan with employer match Stock awards Engaging recognition program
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Littleton,CO.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Salary : $100,000 - $130,000