Additive Manufacturing Design Lead

GM Performance Power Units
Concord, NC
GM Performance Power Units LLC - Concord, NC

Additive Manufacturing Design Lead - Onsite

Position Overview

The Additive Manufacturing Design Lead will serve as the subject-matter expert in Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM). This role will be responsible for establishing design standards, mentoring engineering staff, and ensuring optimal use of AM technologies for performance-critical components. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical leader with deep knowledge of additive processes, design workflows, and prototyping strategies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain AM design guides and rules, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and company performance goals.
  • Train and mentor engineers and drafters in DfAM methods, principles, and workflows.
  • Manage component-level AM projects, collaborating with responsible engineers to determine optimal orientations, support strategies, and build considerations.
  • Provide rapid prototyping support, utilizing in-house printing capabilities or leveraging third-party service providers when needed.
  • Oversee AM design workflows, enforcing adherence to DfAM standards and driving continuous improvement.
  • Act as a technical liaison, interfacing between design, manufacturing, and external partners to ensure successful delivery of AM parts.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in design engineering, with demonstrated expertise in laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) DfAM.
  • Proficiency in CAD software (Siemens NX, SolidWorks, or equivalent).
  • Experience with AM preparation software such as 3DXpert, Materialise Magics, or equivalent.
  • Strong project management skills with proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.
  • Effective technical communication and training skills.
  • Knowledge of rapid prototyping techniques and workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with polymer-based additive manufacturing in addition to metals.
  • Background in motorsports, aerospace, or high-performance engineering applications.
  • Familiarity with design validation tools such as FEA or topology optimization.

Please Note: GM Performance Power Units and all affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity employer(s). Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit Only direct hires need apply to or inquire about job postings at GM Performance Power Units. We are not accepting calls, resumes or applications from recruiting firms at this time.
Posted 2025-09-27

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