Senior R&D Engineer, 3D Concrete Printing Job at RCAM Technologies, Bergen, NY

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  • RCAM Technologies
  • Bergen, NY

Job Description

About Sperra

Sperra (formerly known as RCAM Technologies) is a cleantech startup leading the development of 3D concrete printing technologies to advance renewable energy solutions and create domestic jobs. Our work supports key renewable energy projects, including floating solar, offshore wind, wave energy, and subsea energy storage, with backing from organizations like the U.S. Department of Energy and National Science Foundation.

Who You Are:

  • An experienced engineer with a strong background in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field
  • A specialist in large format additive manufacturing, robotics, construction technology, and/or concrete.
  • Skilled in managing R&D projects, teams, and facilities
  • A hands-on leader with experience designing, testing, and implementing new technologies
  • A collaborative, adaptive problem solver with strong communication skills
  • Motivated by working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

 

What You Will Do:
As the Senior R&D Engineer, you will lead Sperra’s New York-based 3D concrete printing R&D facility. You will be responsible for leading facility operations, developing new systems for large-scale additive manufacturing, and spearheading the advancement of 3D printing technologies for renewable energy applications.

 

Primary responsibilities:

  • Oversee day-to-day operations of Sperra’s 3D concrete printing facility in Rochester, NY
  • Lead the development of new methods, systems, and technologies for large-scale 3D concrete printing
  • Manage R&D projects, timelines, and team members to meet research objectives
  • Design and prototype equipment and systems for concrete printing processes
  • Develop testing methods, analyze results, and refine designs to improve manufacturing efficiency and product quality
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to drive innovation
  • Ensure safety protocols and regulatory standards are met in the facility
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers and interns
  • Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations for internal stakeholders and funding agencies
  • Contribute to long-term strategic planning for Sperra’s R&D initiatives
  • Other duties as assigned

 

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

 

  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Materials Science, or related discipline
  • 5+ years of experience in additive manufacturing, R&D, or related engineering fields
  • Proven experience managing projects, facilities, or teams in a technical environment
  • Strong expertise in mechanical design and manufacturing processes, including 3D printing 
  • Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and mechanical analysis tools
  • Experience with materials science and mechanical testing of concrete
  • Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, balancing hands-on technical work with management responsibilities

 

Preferred:

  • M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Materials Science, or related discipline
  • Expertise in large-scale additive manufacturing, automation, or construction technologies
  • Experience with concrete materials, mix design, or related construction technologies
  • Familiarity with finite element analysis tools (e.g., COMSOL, ANSYS)

 

What You Will Get:

Sperra is growing startup at the intersection between three booming and impactful industries: renewable energy, energy storage, and 3D concrete printing. By joining the team, you will use your expertise in a new creative frontier, solving crucial R&D challenges to accelerate the energy transition and mitigate climate change.

  • Annual salary of $100,000 to $150,000
  • Hybrid work at Sperra’s Rochester, NY Facility
  • Ten (10) paid holidays per year
  • 4 weeks paid time off plus 6 days paid sick leave per year
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Preferred computer and peripherals 

 

Join us in leading the future of large-scale additive manufacturing and renewable energy innovation!

 

 

Sperra is an  equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an environment that is inclusive and welcoming for leadership and team members with different backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences. By welcoming diversity, we mean that our organization embraces differences in identity, age, culture, ancestry, ethnicity, race, color, sexual orientation, physical ability, learning style, religion, familial status, marital status, occupation, veteran status, nationality, and the many forms of composite subjectivity and life experiences. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) individuals, people from working-class backgrounds, women, LGBTQIA+ people, and veterans.  

 

The pay range for this role is:
100,000 - 150,000 USD per year(Bergen)



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