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AM Development Technician

Divergent Technologies
Pay
$10 - $88/hr
Shift
Standard
Type
Full Time
Posted Feb 5, 2026
REINDUSTRIALIZE

Forge complex vehicle structures on Divergent Technologies’ cutting-edge DAPS platform in Detroit, MI. As an AM Development Technician, you’ll machine and assemble intricate parts, test 6-axis robotic arms for precision, wire circuit boards to exacting tolerances, and fabricate load-bearing components that meet strict torque specs. This is where next-generation vehicles get built.

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About This Role

Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production.

Purpose

Technical support for the Additive Manufacturing Operations team and the activities that support laser powder bed fusion machine development, assembly, testing, and operation. Ensures assembly and test milestones and goals are met in collaboration with other AM Development teams and provides feedback and input regarding NPI of complex electromechnical equipment.

The Role

  • Executes assembly and testing at all levels of component through full system with immature documentation or instructions.
  • Resolves issues related to the machine health to maintain progress during build, test, calibration, and operation activities.
  • Provides actionable feedback regarding the machine design, processes, work instructions, and/or other documentation.
  • Collaborate with the Mechanical, Software & Manufacturing Engineering development team to improve machine reliability and performance.
  • Support RCCA activities to identify root causes of manufacturing issues.

Basic Qualifications

  • Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls.
  • 4+ years of hands-on build, R&D, or manufacturing experience on the shop floor.
  • Hands-on skill/experience in fabrication, assembly, testing, and rework of metal structures, electrical, motion, and fluid systems.
  • Highly proficient using hand and power tools.
  • Troubleshooting complex system failures.
  • Ability to maintain a clean & professional work environment adhering to 5S conventions.
  • Ability to effectively perform in a fast-paced, always evolving environment.
  • Highly adaptable and resilient. Must have a high tolerance for change and acute sense of uncertainty.
  • Passionate about their profession and a shared mission.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in L-BPF or industrial capital equipment is a plus.
  • Experience in NPI development within the systems/product development lifecycle is a plus.
  • 6+ years of hands-on technician experience assembling and testing hardware.

Work Environment

  • Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
  • Capability to lift and carry 50lbs., heavy equipment and materials.
  • Comfortable working in hazardous environments with exposure to metal dust, loud noise, and other industrial factors while following prescribed safety protocols and procedures.
Pay Range
$26$35 USD

What We Offer:

  • Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
  • Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
  • Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
  • Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
  • Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.


Equal Employment Opportunity
Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
EEO Poster

In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.

E-Verify: Right to Work
Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate’s eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.
Eligibility to Work Poster (English) | Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish)

Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO)
Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls please.

Requirements

  • Technical support for the Additive Manufacturing Operations team and the activities that support laser powder bed fusion machine development, assembly, testing, and operation. Ensures assembly and test milestones and goals are met in collaboration with other AM Development teams and provides feedback and input regarding NPI of complex electromechnical equipment.
  • The Role
  • Executes assembly and testing at all levels of component through full system with immature documentation or instructions.
  • Resolves issues related to the machine health to maintain progress during build, test, calibration, and operation activities.
  • Provides actionable feedback regarding the machine design, processes, work instructions, and/or other documentation.
  • Collaborate with the Mechanical, Software & Manufacturing Engineering development team to improve machine reliability and performance.
  • Support RCCA activities to identify root causes of manufacturing issues.
  • Basic Qualifications
  • Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls.
  • 4+ years of hands-on build, R&D, or manufacturing experience on the shop floor.

About Divergent Technologies

Builds 3D printed automotive structures and manufacturing systems.

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