Additive Manufacturing Technical Lead

Job Title: Additive Manufacturing Technical Lead

Job Description

As an Additive Manufacturing Technical Lead, you will oversee and execute product development projects that involve the design, development, and improvement of advanced components and processes. You will lead engineering efforts in additive manufacturing (AM), drive the adoption of Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM), and integrate next-generation AM technologies into various programs and internal capability development.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead technical projects across product design, development, and improvement.

• Evaluate engineering alternatives with an understanding of industry trends, leading organizations, and emerging technologies.

• Serve as the technical lead for AM-focused product development programs.

• Guide and mentor team members and business unit colleagues on engineering verification and best practices.

• Apply DfAM and generative design concepts using standard commercial AM and CAD tools.

• Review designs to ensure manufacturability, structural performance, and process alignment.

• Provide feedback on CAD, material selection, heat treatment requirements, and post-processing approaches.

• Operate and oversee the use of various AM machines, including LPBF and DED, as needed.

• Manage related post-processing tools, workflows, and equipment.

• Interpret engineering documentation, material requirements, and post-processing specifications.

• Develop and release SOPs, workflows, and best practices.

• Work closely with engineering teams, material scientists, and program stakeholders.

• Identify and drive opportunities to increase adoption of DfAM.

• Facilitate communication and best-practice sharing across teams and AM communities.

• Support the integration of new AM technologies, research findings, and engineering methods.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of experience in additive manufacturing (AM) or manufacturing technologies.

• CAD, modeling, and FEA experience (5+ years).

• Strong knowledge of engineering systems, processes, controls, and quality practices.

• Experience interpreting CAD drawings, post-processing requirements, and material specifications.

• AM software experience: simulation, slicing, packing.

• Experience operating multiple AM machines and post-processing equipment.

• Demonstrated leadership in Design Engineering, including AM environments, Programming, Mastercam, Gd&t.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience drafting/releasing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Knowledge of mechanical engineering standards, material specs, or involvement with industry consortiums.

• Experience with LPBF (Laser Powder Bed Fusion) or DED (Direct Energy Deposition).

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

• Experience providing feedback on CAD, material selection, and determining heat treatment conditions.

Work Environment

This role is set in a fast-paced engineering consulting environment, where you will collaborate with internal engineering teams, material scientists, partner organizations, and AM support communities. The work involves a mix of hands-on AM machine time, design/analysis, project leadership, and internal/external technical collaboration. The position typically involves supporting classified or sensitive government programs, requiring eligibility for a Secret clearance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Moline, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Moline,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 26, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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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