Claire Belson Barnes

Claire Belson Barnes is a seasoned engineer with extensive experience in additive manufacturing and process engineering across various industries. Currently serving as a Senior Application Engineer at Markforged since November 2024, Claire previously held the position of Senior Process Engineer at LightForce, a company specializing in customized 3D printed orthodontic tools. Prior roles include Additive Customer Success Manager and Additive Manufacturing Process Engineer at Emerson Automation Solutions, where Claire managed metal additive manufacturing projects and coordinated cross-functional relationships to enhance product launches. Claire began their career with significant roles at The University of Alabama, including 3D Prototyping Specialist and undergraduate researcher, after earning both a Master of Science and Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the same institution.