Velo3D is a metal additive manufacturing company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Campbell, California. The company designs and sells metal 3D printers, most notably the Sapphire platform, which uses proprietary laser and software technology to print complex metal parts for aerospace, defense, medical device, and industrial applications. Velo3D went public in December 2021 through a SPAC merger and currently employs approximately 350 people across multiple locations including the UK. The company differentiates itself through advances in print speed, quality, and reliability for mission-critical metal components, competing in the growing metal additive manufacturing market alongside players like 3D Systems and SLM Solutions. Recent growth has been driven by increasing adoption of AM technology in aerospace supply chains and defense programs seeking on-demand manufacturing alternatives.
Velo3D maintains an engineering-driven culture centered on precision and technical innovation, reflecting its roots in aerospace and advanced manufacturing. The company attracts engineers and technical talent motivated by solving complex manufacturing problems and building hardware at scale. As a growth-stage public company, Velo3D balances startup agility with corporate discipline, emphasizing collaboration between hardware and software teams to deliver reliable systems to customers.
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| Round | Closed | Amount | Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Later | Dec 2021 | undisclosed | JAWS Spitale Acquisition Corp |
| Series C | Jun 2019 | $28.0M | Coatue, Foundry Group, Insight Partners |
| Series B | Nov 2017 | $30.0M | Foundry Group, Intel Capital, Lowe's Ventures |
| Series A | Apr 2015 | $10.0M | Foundry Group |
| Title ↕ | Location ↕ | Posted ↓ |
|---|---|---|
| Director of Manufacturing | Fremont, CA | May 27 |