Manufacturing Engineering Intern

Who you are

• The ideal candidate is highly technical, hands-on, and thrives in a fast-paced development environment
• 3D printing experience is not required to be successful here—we look for smart, motivated, and collaborative individuals who love tackling complex challenges and building world-class technology!
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering from an ABET accredited university or college
• Exposure to CNC programming and machining through coursework, labs, makerspace, internships, or collegiate engineering clubs (e.g., Formula SAE, Baja, rocketry, robotics)
• Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Experience with MasterCAM or Hypermill
• Experience with 5-axis machines
• Experience with DMG Mori and Siemens controls
• Experience machining hard metals such as titanium or Inconel
• Exposure to automation programming for probe alignment, in-situ quality checks, and adaptive process compensation based on measurement feedback
• Familiarity with metal 3D printed parts and their post-processing requirements
• Familiarity with machining castings or forgings
• Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to debugging machining processes
• Experience with quality control tools, including CMM, micrometers, and thread gauges
• Ability to work with power tools, hand tools, and other shop equipment (training provided for cranes, forklifts, and other heavy equipment)
• Comfortable lifting/moving up to 50 lbs and standing for extended periods
• Willingness to work extra hours when needed

What the job involves

• As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern (CNC Machining), you will play a critical role in achieving Freeform’s goal of becoming the world leader in the manufacturing of high-value metal 3D printed parts
• You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing CNC programs for precision machining operations as well as working closely with our engineers and machinist to establish machining standards for Freeform’s high-volume, vertically integrated machining workflow
• You’ll use top of the line multi-axis machines—including DMG Mori and Haas—to develop complex geometries and refine machining processes for maximum efficiency, quality, and repeatability
• If you want to be at the forefront of the next era of manufacturing technology, we’d love to hear from you!
• Assist in developing, implementing, and optimizing CNC programs for complex metal components, including post-processing of 3D printed parts
• Support programming, setup, and refinement of operations on multi-axis CNC machines (DMG Mori and Haas)
• Interpret CAD models, technical drawings, and GD&T specifications to help create precise machining programs
• Help select and evaluate cutting tools, speeds, feeds, and machining strategies for efficiency and repeatability
• Assist in troubleshooting CNC programming issues, collaborating with machinists and design engineers
• Help create, maintain, and update CNC program libraries, tool databases, best practices, and process documentation
• Contribute to process improvement projects that increase productivity, reduce cycle times, and improve machine utilization
• Collaborate with additive designers on custom workholding and help identify whether design or process changes are the right fix for a given issue
• Support the design and deployment of automation solutions that enhance quality control and production rates
• Work on the production floor to gain hands-on experience with machining, setup, and troubleshooting
• Follow quality control processes, industry standards, and safety regulations
• Own an intern project from scoping through implementation, and present results to the team at the end of the term

Benefits

• Significant stock option packages
• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options)
• Life insurance
• Traditional and Roth 401(k)
• Relocation assistance provided
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
• Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent
• Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette
• Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events