Materials Scientist Job at Formlabs GmbH (Boston)

Materials Scientist

If you’re interested in materials behaviour and want to get stuck into research ...

Location

United Kingdom , Aldermaston near Reading

Salary:

Not provided

AWE

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Materials Science or Chemistry with a passion for materials development and/or analytical Chemistry
Natural Sciences (disciplines with a Chemistry, Physics, Materials focus)
Growth mindset
Curiosity
Innovation
Resilience
Teamwork
Must be a British Citizen

Job Responsibility

Undertaking material property research on warhead materials including metals, ceramics, inorganic salts, rubbers, foams, adhesives, high explosives and radioactive substances
Exploring safer ways to make materials
Putting theories to the test using advanced techniques like X-Ray CT and crystallography
Practicing coding skills
Working through data analysis and chemistry processes
Understanding how materials behave in complex systems
Collaborating with scientists, engineers and international partners

What we offer

£23,500 + BENEFITS
270 hours of annual leave
Nine-day fortnight (every other Friday off)

Fulltime

Sr Research Scientist

Reporting directly to the Chief Science Officer, Peak Nano’s Sr. Research Scient...

Location

United States , Valley View

Salary:

Not provided

Peak Nano

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master’s degree in Polymer Science, Materials Science or a related engineering field
8+ years’ experience in polymer related fields
Experience with cast or blown extrusion of film and/or applications
Fundamental knowledge of polymer material science structure-property relationships, polymer rheology, film extrusion and film mechanical and transport properties
US Citizenship

Job Responsibility

Identify, capture, and lead targeted internal and external layered polymeric material development projects and a small project team to resolve technical challenges
Fundamental understanding of polymer structure-property relationships leveraged to evaluate new materials and technologies following the company new product development roadmap
Serve on multi-disciplinary project teams to collaborate, provide technical input, and deliver results aligned with team deliverables
Develop and implement technical solutions through hands-on experimentation / problem-solving of technical issues
Work seamlessly across groups, business partners, and customers to assist in scale-up new technology
Push boundaries to develop an understanding of the relationship between process and product performance
Consistently apply the scientific method in the planning and execution of experimental plans and problem solving to resolve concerns
Formulate hypotheses and develop experimental plans to test hypotheses
Demonstrate the appropriate use of statistical tools to solve complex problems
Lead by example in exhibiting appropriate safety and EH&S behaviors by promoting safe work habits

Fulltime

Soft Materials Modeling, Simulation and Testing Engineer

We are seeking a Soft Materials Modeling, Simulation and Testing Engineer with a...

Location

United States , Palo Alto, California

Salary:

115000.00 - 214000.00 USD / Year

1X Technologies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

PhD degree in mechanical engineering, materials science, applied physics, or a related field
Strong understanding of soft material mechanics, continuum modeling, or computational simulation
Experience with modeling tools or numerical methods for large deformation problems, contact mechanics, tribology, and viscoelastic behavior
Hands on experience designing and running mechanical tests on soft materials or composites
Ability to translate model outcomes into clear engineering guidance and actionable design criteria
Comfort working across disciplines and iterating rapidly between simulation and experiment
First principles thinker with strong analytical skills and a drive to solve complex physical problems
Excellent communication and collaboration skills suited to a fast moving, ambitious research environment
We believe the best work is done when collaborating and therefore require in-person presence in our office locations

Job Responsibility

Develop computational models that predict the mechanical behavior of soft materials including elastomers, textiles, and layered systems
Simulate complex deformation modes such as stretch, compression, shear, bending, impact, and contact to support the design of robot skins, covers, sensors, and structural materials
Create custom test setups to validate model predictions with precise experimental data and refine models based on measured performance
Analyze failure modes, stress distributions, and performance envelopes to inform material formulations and structural design
Partner with materials scientists to interpret test results, identify promising candidates, and tune material parameters for specific robotic applications
Collaborate with mechanical and industrial designers to translate simulation insights into engineered solutions with predictable real world behavior
Document modeling frameworks, testing methods, and results clearly to support internal knowledge sharing and decision making
Stay at the forefront of soft matter physics, numerical simulation, and material characterization to continually improve predictive accuracy

New

Senior SLS Materials Scientist

Do you want to change how the world creates? At Formlabs, we’re building the too...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

110000.00 - 160000.00 USD / Year

Formlabs GmbH

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience bringing a new material to market from ideation to production
Have a solid understanding of the fundamentals of materials science and polymer product development
Hands-on experience in thermo-plastic engineering
Passionate about testing and troubleshooting, not afraid to test hundreds of times
Love to harness data
can design and conduct rigorous experiments to optimize materials
Can work autonomously and take initiative to learn new skills to complete an objective
Understand the value of good documentation
B.S., M.S., or PhD in a relevant science or engineering field (all are welcome)

Job Responsibility

Build world-class SLS materials for 3D printing from initial lab explorations to validation and commercialization
Lead research that pushes the boundaries of SLS material performance, turning discoveries into next-gen solutions.
Partner with product, hardware, and software teams to iterate and improve material performance based on customer feedback
Develop methodologies to evaluate material formulations in coordination with SLS print systems —balancing material chemistry, thermal dynamics, and printing parameters

What we offer

Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Low cost fund options in our 401K and access to advisors
Generous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)
Flexible Out of Office Plan – Take time when you need it
Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats
Regular sponsored professional development opportunities
Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community

New

Senior SLS Materials Scientist

At Formlabs, we’re building the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring ...

Location

United States , Somerville

Salary:

110000.00 - 160000.00 USD / Year

Formlabs GmbH

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience bringing a new material to market from ideation to production
Have a solid understanding of the fundamentals of materials science and polymer product development
Hands-on experience in thermo-plastic engineering
Passionate about testing and troubleshooting, not afraid to test hundreds of times
Love to harness data
can design and conduct rigorous experiments to optimize materials
Can work autonomously and take initiative to learn new skills to complete an objective
Understand the value of good documentation
B.S., M.S., or PhD in a relevant science or engineering field (all are welcome)

Job Responsibility

Build world-class SLS materials for 3D printing from initial lab explorations to validation and commercialization
Lead research that pushes the boundaries of SLS material performance, turning discoveries into next-gen solutions.
Partner with product, hardware, and software teams to iterate and improve material performance based on customer feedback
Develop methodologies to evaluate material formulations in coordination with SLS print systems —balancing material chemistry, thermal dynamics, and printing parameters

What we offer

Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Low cost fund options in our 401K and access to advisors
Generous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)
Flexible Out of Office Plan – Take time when you need it
Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats
Regular sponsored professional development opportunities
Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community

Fulltime

New

Senior SLS Materials Scientist

Do you want to change how the world creates? At Formlabs, we’re building the too...

Location

United States , Somerville

Salary:

110000.00 - 160000.00 USD / Year

Formlabs GmbH

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience bringing a new material to market from ideation to production
Have a solid understanding of the fundamentals of materials science and polymer product development
Hands-on experience in thermo-plastic engineering
Passionate about testing and troubleshooting, not afraid to test hundreds of times
Love to harness data
can design and conduct rigorous experiments to optimize materials
Can work autonomously and take initiative to learn new skills to complete an objective
Understand the value of good documentation
B.S., M.S., or PhD in a relevant science or engineering field (all are welcome)

Job Responsibility

Build world-class SLS materials for 3D printing from initial lab explorations to validation and commercialization
Lead research that pushes the boundaries of SLS material performance, turning discoveries into next-gen solutions.
Partner with product, hardware, and software teams to iterate and improve material performance based on customer feedback
Develop methodologies to evaluate material formulations in coordination with SLS print systems —balancing material chemistry, thermal dynamics, and printing parameters

What we offer

Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Low cost fund options in our 401K and access to advisors
Generous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)
Flexible Out of Office Plan – Take time when you need it
Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats
Regular sponsored professional development opportunities
Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community

Fulltime

New

Senior SLS Materials Scientist

At Formlabs, we’re building the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring ...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

110000.00 - 160000.00 USD / Year

Formlabs GmbH

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience bringing a new material to market from ideation to production
Have a solid understanding of the fundamentals of materials science and polymer product development
Hands-on experience in thermo-plastic engineering
Passionate about testing and troubleshooting, not afraid to test hundreds of times
Love to harness data
can design and conduct rigorous experiments to optimize materials
Can work autonomously and take initiative to learn new skills to complete an objective
Understand the value of good documentation
B.S., M.S., or PhD in a relevant science or engineering field (all are welcome)

Job Responsibility

Build world-class SLS materials for 3D printing from initial lab explorations to validation and commercialization
Lead research that pushes the boundaries of SLS material performance, turning discoveries into next-gen solutions
Partner with product, hardware, and software teams to iterate and improve material performance based on customer feedback
Develop methodologies to evaluate material formulations in coordination with SLS print systems —balancing material chemistry, thermal dynamics, and printing parameters

What we offer

Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Low cost fund options in our 401K and access to advisors
Generous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)
Flexible Out of Office Plan – Take time when you need it
Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats
Regular sponsored professional development opportunities
Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community

Biomechanics Researcher

We are seeking a Biomechanics Researcher with a passion to advance humanoid tech...

Location

United States , Palo Alto, California

Salary:

152800.00 - 208600.00 USD / Year

1X Technologies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

PhD degree in biomechanics, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, or a related field
2+ years industry experience translating expertise in biomechanics to consumer products
Strong understanding of human actuation and sensing and soft tissue mechanics
Hands on experience designing and running experiments that measure movement, force, compliance, impact, or tactile response
Ability to convert experimental insight into clear design targets or engineering specifications
Comfort working across disciplines and rapidly iterating from concept to prototype
First principles thinker with strong analytical skills and a practical approach to solving complex problems
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with a demanding, fast moving team
We believe the best work is done when collaborating and therefore require in-person presence in our office locations

Job Responsibility

Study human motion, actuation, soft tissue response, and sensing to derive performance targets for robot skin, compliant structures, and energy absorbing covers
Develop experimental protocols and measurement systems to quantify touch, compliance, friction, impact behavior, and tactile perception relevant to humanoid task
Translate biomechanical insight into actionable design guidance for materials, structures, and motion behaviors
Work closely with materials scientists and engineers to integrate biomechanics into the development of next generation skins, textiles, gels, and layered materials
Partner with mechanical and industrial design teams to ensure that physical interaction behaviors are intuitive, safe, and human aligned
Build testing setups that mimic real world human robot interaction scenarios and validate design choices with quantitative data
Contribute to internal models and simulation tools that predict how new materials and structures perform under human-like contact
Stay at the forefront of biomechanics research, human factors, and tactile science to continually refine our understanding of safe and natural physical interaction

Materials Scientist

Formlabs GmbH

Location:
United States , Boston

Category:
Research and Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

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Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 09, 2026

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