DED Applications Engineer (Remote - US) - job 1 of 2

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Phillips Corporation. We are currently looking for a DED Applications Engineer in United States.

This role offers a hands-on opportunity to lead advanced additive manufacturing initiatives, translating complex designs into high-precision, 3- to 5-axis robotic welds. The DED Applications Engineer will drive production excellence, mastering build preparation, slicing, and programming for Directed Energy Deposition (DED) and Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) platforms. The position involves close collaboration with engineering teams to refine processes, ensure metallurgical integrity, and optimize production pipelines. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, highly skilled with industrial robotic systems, and motivated to set industry-leading standards in additive manufacturing. This role also includes mentoring team members and serving as the go-to expert for DED/WAAM processes.

Accountabilities

• Program, operate, and maintain 3- to 5-axis industrial robotic welding systems for additive manufacturing.
• Prepare, slice, and optimize builds on DED/WAAM platforms, ensuring precision and repeatability.
• Utilize CAD/CAM software such as Siemens NX, Mastercam, Sculpt Print, and WAMSoft to develop and refine production pipelines.
• Apply metallurgical knowledge and thermal dynamics expertise to predict and control outcomes.
• Lead and mentor team members on end-to-end additive production workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, optimize, and improve production processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, quality standards, and operational procedures.
• Contribute to process innovation and continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing center.

• Hands-on experience with industrial additive manufacturing systems such as GEFERTECH and AML3D.
• Strong understanding of welding automation, robotic arc welding, and offline programming.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software: Siemens NX, Mastercam, Sculpt Print, and WAMSoft preferred.
• Solid foundation in metallurgy and thermal dynamics as they relate to welding and additive processes.
• U.S. Citizenship is required due to customer and regulatory requirements.
• Willingness to relocate to the Danville, VA facility; relocation assistance provided.
• Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and ability to work independently in a high-precision environment.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.

• Competitive annual salary range: $110,000–$120,000.
• Relocation assistance for candidates moving to the Danville, VA site.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge additive manufacturing technologies.
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative and innovation-focused work environment.
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing processes that shape industry standards.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias—focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company managing the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

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