Overview
We are seeking an experienced
Additive Manufacturing Lead
to oversee Laser Powder Bed Fusion (L-PBF) capabilities and drive the successful launch of new additive manufacturing projects from development through high-volume production.
This role is ideal for someone with strong technical expertise, a passion for advanced manufacturing technologies, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as the technical owner of all Laser Powder Bed Fusion (L-PBF) operations.
* Lead Additive Manufacturing–focused New Product Introduction (NPI) projects.
* Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards within the additive manufacturing area.
* Manage preventative maintenance scheduling to ensure equipment uptime and reliability.
* Develop and oversee production schedules to meet business and customer requirements.
* Create and execute long-term strategies for scaling to higher-volume AM production.
* Lead process validation activities—including VP, IQ, OQ, PQ—and maintain all required documentation.
* Participate in cross-functional project meetings and timeline reviews.
* Train and mentor manufacturing team members on AM processes and best practices.
* Collaborate with Materials Science, Design Engineering, Quality Assurance, and other departments to deliver high-quality products on schedule.
* Perform additional duties as required to support operational goals.
Qualifications & Experience
* Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
* Engineering experience within the medical device industry.
* Hands-on experience with Laser Powder Bed Fusion additive manufacturing.
* Knowledge of Lean methodologies (Six Sigma, Kaizen, Kanban, 5S).
* Strong understanding of operations and New Product Introduction (NPI) processes.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills for working with internal and external stakeholders.
* Self-starter with strong analytical, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities.
* Ability to excel in a dynamic, results-driven, and collaborative environment.
* Demonstrated success in cross-functional teamwork, particularly with Product Development and Quality teams.
For a confidential conversation about the role please apply for the role or contact Owen Clancy at By applying to this job post you agree that Sterling Engineering may process your personal data for recruitment purpose.