Metal Additive Manufacturing Research Lead
2 days ago
San Cristóbal de La Laguna
ppARQUIMEA is a global technology company that develops innovative solutions and products for highly demanding sectors. Our areas of activity include Aerospace, Defense Security, Big Science, Biotechnology, and Fintech. /ppARQUIMEA Research Center (ARC), part of ARQUIMEA, was established in 2019 with the ambition of inventing the technologies of tomorrow. It is a European-level environment of innovation and excellence where senior and junior researchers from around the world work together to develop disruptive technologies and business models that will drive socio-economic growth in the medium and long term. /ppThis is a strategic position for both ARQUIMEA Research Center and ARQUIMEA New Tech. The objective is to build internal capabilities in metallic additive manufacturing, reduce dependence on external suppliers, accelerate the development of advanced components, and create a technological advantage in high-performance materials and manufacturing processes. /ph3Main Function and Scope /h3pWe are seeking a Metal Additive Manufacturing Research Lead to drive a strategic RD line focused on metallic additive manufacturing for high-performance industrial and aerospace applications. /ppThis role is intended for a postdoctoral researcher with strong hands‑on experience in metal 3D printing, additive manufacturing process development, materials characterization, and experimental research. The successful candidate will lead the technical development of metal additive manufacturing capabilities applied to advanced metallic components, complex geometries, porous structures, lightweight parts, and functional hardware designed for demanding environments. /ppThe position combines applied research, experimental development, technology maturation, and industrialization‑oriented thinking. The objective is not only to explore new manufacturing routes but also to build a real technological capability that can be transferred into products, processes, and sustainable competitive advantages for ARQUIMEA. /ph3Required Skills, Experience And Candidate Profile Responsibilities /h3ulliLead the RD line focused on metallic additive manufacturing for high-performance applications. /liliDefine and execute experimental plans for metal additive manufacturing processes. /liliDevelop and optimize process parameters for metallic 3D printing technologies. /liliInvestigate manufacturing routes for complex metallic components, porous structures, lightweight parts, and functional hardware. /liliWork on materials selection, process-property relationships, and manufacturability. /liliCoordinate design, manufacturing, post‑processing, inspection, and testing activities. /liliDefine characterization plans, including microstructure, porosity, mechanical performance, thermal performance, cleanliness, and repeatability. /liliCollaborate with internal engineering teams, materials specialists, external suppliers, and research centers. /liliIdentify and evaluate external partners, universities, research groups, and industrial suppliers. /liliContribute to the roadmap from coupons and demonstrators to qualified components. /liliPrepare technical documentation, test reports, development plans, and decision‑making materials. /liliSupport IP generation, patent analysis, and the protection of know‑how. /liliContribute to public funding proposals, technical work packages, and RD project definition. /liliMaintain awareness of the state of the art in metal additive manufacturing for aerospace, defense, and high-performance industrial applications. /li /ulh3Requirements: /h3ulliPhD in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Metallurgy, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. /liliAt least 3 years of postdoctoral or equivalent research experience in additive manufacturing, preferably in metallic additive manufacturing. /liliHands‑on experience with metal additive manufacturing technologies such as LPBF, SLM, EBM, DED, Binder Jetting, or related processes. /liliStrong background in experimental research, process development, and materials characterization. /liliExperience with metallic materials, microstructure analysis, porosity, defects, heat treatments, and mechanical properties. /liliAbility to define and execute experimental campaigns with clear technical objectives. /liliExperience with characterization techniques such as optical microscopy, SEM, micro‑CT, porosimetry, mechanical testing, thermal testing, or similar methods. /liliAbility to work effectively with external suppliers, laboratories, and research centers. /liliStrong technical documentation and reporting skills. /liliAbility to work in multidisciplinary teams and translate research results into engineering decisions. /liliProfessional proficiency in English. /li /ulh3Desirable Qualifications: /h3ulliExperience in aerospace, defense, or other high‑reliability industrial sectors. /liliExperience with porous metallic structures, capillary structures, lightweight metallic components, or functional metal parts. /liliKnowledge of stainless steels, aluminum alloys, titanium alloys, nickel alloys, or other high-performance metallic materials. /liliExperience in additive manufacturing of functional components rather than solely structural demonstrators. /liliExperience with Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM), topology optimization, or lattice structures. /liliKnowledge of post‑processing, heat treatment, surface finishing, cleaning, and inspection of AM metal parts. /liliExperience with qualifications, reliability, and repeatability of manufacturing processes. /liliExperience with vacuum, thermal cycling, outgassing, or environmental testing, generating patents, technical publications, or RD proposals. /liliSpanish language skills are desirable but not mandatory. /li /ulh3Management of Teams, Tools and Laboratory Equipment: /h3pThe role may involve the technical coordination of laboratory activities, test equipment, external manufacturing campaigns, characterization facilities, and supplier interactions. /ppLocation: Madrid or Tenerife. /ppAt ARQUIMEA, we value diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other protected factors by law. All candidates will be considered equally based on their skills and experience. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr