3D Printing Writing Systems and Software Tools Engineer

Print Process Development

• Design and conduct print experiments, analyze results, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Modify and optimize print modes for R&D activities, ensuring equipment readiness.
• Develop and standardize test methods and templates for efficient experimentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Chemists, Test Engineers) to advance agents, print heads, and print capabilities.

Software Tools & Data Management

• Maintain and enhance R&D lab software tools (Thingworx, Enclave, Moseisley, Metallica).
• Develop backend services and automation tools for job submission, telemetry, and metrology workflows.
• Manage CRV metrology database: import/export tools, data reliability, and reporting functionality.
• Support virtual printers and PC-targets for simulation and testing.

System Integration & Troubleshooting

• Maintain and update firmware; troubleshoot hardware, firmware, and network issues.
• Implement API integrations, service routing, and environment-based configuration management.
• Ensure authentication and security compliance (SSH keys, tokens, permissions).

Documentation & Collaboration

• Maintain detailed documentation of writing systems and software processes.
• Provide technical support and collaborate across teams to meet quality standards.

Additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, is revolutionizing product design and manufacturing across industries. HP's Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) and MetalJet technologies lead this transformation, enabling high-precision, efficient digital manufacturing. These innovations are widely adopted in aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and consumer goods for prototyping, production parts, and customization. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced engineer to join our additive manufacturing lab in Corvallis, Oregon as a Writing Systems and Software Tools Engineer. This role is critical in driving innovation by developing and optimizing printing processes, software tools, and data workflows in a fast-paced R&D environment., * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Material Science, Computer Science, or related field.

• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in writing systems, 3D printing technologies, and R&D environments.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Python (backend services), SQL/database fundamentals, and Docker-based deployments.
• Strong understanding of HP 3D printing firmware and writing systems functionality.
• Familiarity with API integration, distributed systems troubleshooting, and Git/version control.
• Knowledge of Windows/Linux command-line and security protocols (HTTP/HTTPS).

Additional Skills

• Project management, data informatics, and analytical problem-solving.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work independently and deliver results in a dynamic environment.

The pay range for this role is $93,400 to $125,000 USD annually with additional, HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Long term/short term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Generous time off policies, including;
• 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
• 11 paid holidays
• Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview

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