About Us
We are the turnkey digital manufacturing partner for forward-thinking teams building next-gen devices in robotics, drones, medtech, electronics, defense, and industrial equipment. Whether you’re launching your first 100 units or scaling to 10,000+, Shapeways gives you the speed, flexibility, and control to move from prototype to production—without tooling, delays, or compromises.
Vision
Mission
Why Shapeways?
Built on Production Expertise – We run our own core processes and deeply understand what it takes to make parts right. When volume, complexity, or niche requirements call for it, we scale through trusted partners—without sacrificing quality or control.
More Than 3D Printing – While we’re leaders in industrial 3D printing, our capabilities span injection molding, CNC machining, and more.
Lifecycle Support – From design optimization to production and fulfillment, we help you manage part revisions, customization, and supply chain risk.
Made for Engineers – We speak spec sheets. Get instant DFM feedback, version control, and expert support from prototype to production.
Global Reach – With international fulfillment and delivery capabilities, we help hardware teams move fast—wherever they are.
Who We Serve
Hardware startups launching first-gen products
R&D and engineering teams iterating fast
Supply chain leaders seeking flexible, resilient production
Consultancies needing reliable low-volume manufacturing for OEMs
Companies ready to outsource production—including assembly, packaging, and fulfillment—to focus on go-to-market and scale efficiently
Our Management & Founding Team
Marleen Vogelaar, CEO
Marleen, an original co-founder of Shapeways, is delighted to return to steward the company into a new chapter of financial stability and exceptional service as a digital manufacturing engine. A US-based, Dutch serial entrepreneur with a passion for manufacturing, a keen eye toward sustainability, and a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the field of on-demand manufacturing, Marleen is uniquely suited to build on the company’s previous successes while ensuring that delivering value to customers remains at the core.
As former COO, Marleen led Shapeways from its inception through the launch of the world’s first upload-to-3D-print service – ultimately building it into the largest 3D printing marketplace in the world, democratizing access to digital manufacturing. She left Shapeways in 2014 and went on to create and lead several innovative manufacturing startups. As founder and CEO of Hudson Valley Mask Company, Marleen oversaw the development of the first 100% biodegradable respirator worldwide. Previously, Marleen founded Ziel, a turnkey service offering design, on-demand manufacturing and retail integration for apparel brands – improving their working capital, speed to market and ecological footprint while simultaneously increasing their profits.
Marleen is a former heptathlete, current natural parkour devotee, and spends her spare time outdoors as much as possible.
Robert Schouwenburg, CTO
Robert, an original co-founder of Shapeways, has returned to usher the company into its new chapter. Passionate about the intersection of technology and operations, he brings extensive experience in developing technology platforms, growing businesses and scaling teams. Robert is especially excited to bring Shapeways 3D printing to small volume production, closing the gap between prototyping and mass-production.
As former CTO of Shapeways, Robert built the first 3D printing marketplace, enabling online ordering and fulfillment of 3D printed parts. He left Shapeways 2012 to work on other technology startups. Most recently, Robert founded and led OneFiber on their mission to deliver fiber networks to unserved and underserved areas. Previously, he was managing director US at Hubs, delivering 100% growth in two years. A pioneer of distributed digital manufacturing, Hubs was acquired by Protolabs (NYSE:PRLB) in January 2021 for $280M.
In his spare time, Robert loves nurturing his orchids, bonsai and tropical fish. He is also a part-time audiophile and enjoys listening to his collection of CDs and records.
Jules Witte, COO
As Chief Operating Officer at Shapeways, Jules Witte leads global operations with a focus on building the company into a trusted partner for digital, on-demand manufacturing. Since joining Shapeways in 2012, he has been instrumental in scaling its operational backbone, transforming the Eindhoven facility into a global hub, and driving initiatives that place Shapeways at the forefront of advanced B2B manufacturing solutions.
With a background in industrial engineering and a Master’s in Innovation Management from TU/e, Jules combines deep operational expertise with a strategic vision for the future of on-demand and digital manufacturing. He is passionate about harnessing technology and scalable processes to deliver smarter, more sustainable supply chains, helping businesses across industries increase agility, efficiency, and resilience. Above all, Jules believes that empowered teams and a culture of ownership are key to shaping the future of manufacturing.
Job van de Laar, Head of Sales
As Head of Sales, Job drives customer satisfaction and is passionate about scaling sales operations and mentoring talent. Job joined Shapeways in 2019. He successfully onboarded and grew several of Shapeways’ top 10 customers – most notably managing a high-publicity, award-winning project with Microsoft.
Job joined Shapeways in 2019 as Operations Manager of the Eindhoven factory. He successfully onboarded and grew several of Shapeways’ top 10 customers – most notably managing a high-publicity, award-winning project with Microsoft. Prior to Shapeways, Job worked in operations and commercial management roles in the technology and automotive industries for Fortune 500 companies for more than 20 years.
Job has lived and worked on several continents and speaks 6 languages, equipping him with the essential cross-cultural sensitivity required for a globally-operating company. In his spare time, Job enjoys working on, and racing, classic race cars.
Tiago Sao Jose, Head of Engineering
As Head of Engineering, Tiago leads the development of innovative, scalable digital solutions at Shapeways. With an ethos that anything is possible, a passion for technology, and a proven track-record of leading engineering teams in complex problem-solving, Tiago supports Shapeways in providing exceptional value to its customers.
Tiago joined Shapeways in 2012 and has played a key role in advancing the company’s technology and operations. He has been pivotal in creating essential tools and systems that enhance efficiency and streamline workflows. His expertise in software architecture and cloud infrastructure, combined with his leadership skills, ensures that Shapeways remains at the forefront of manufacturing innovation.
In his spare time, Tiago enjoys playing with his young daughter and creating and producing his own music.
Marleen Vogelaar, CEO
Marleen, an original co-founder of Shapeways, is delighted to return to steward the company into a new chapter of financial stability and exceptional service as a digital manufacturing engine. A US-based, Dutch serial entrepreneur with a passion for manufacturing, a keen eye toward sustainability, and a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the field of on-demand manufacturing, Marleen is uniquely suited to build on the company’s previous successes while ensuring that delivering value to customers remains at the core.
As former COO, Marleen led Shapeways from its inception through the launch of the world’s first upload-to-3D-print service – ultimately building it into the largest 3D printing marketplace in the world, democratizing access to digital manufacturing. She left Shapeways in 2014 and went on to create and lead several innovative manufacturing startups. As founder and CEO of Hudson Valley Mask Company, Marleen oversaw the development of the first 100% biodegradable respirator worldwide. Previously, Marleen founded Ziel, a turnkey service offering design, on-demand manufacturing and retail integration for apparel brands – improving their working capital, speed to market and ecological footprint while simultaneously increasing their profits.
Marleen is a former heptathlete, current natural parkour devotee, and spends her spare time outdoors as much as possible.
Robert Schouwenburg, CTO
Robert, an original co-founder of Shapeways, has returned to usher the company into its new chapter. Passionate about the intersection of technology and operations, he brings extensive experience in developing technology platforms, growing businesses and scaling teams. Robert is especially excited to bring Shapeways 3D printing to small volume production, closing the gap between prototyping and mass-production.
As former CTO of Shapeways, Robert built the first 3D printing marketplace, enabling online ordering and fulfillment of 3D printed parts. He left Shapeways 2012 to work on other technology startups. Most recently, Robert founded and led OneFiber on their mission to deliver fiber networks to unserved and underserved areas. Previously, he was managing director US at Hubs, delivering 100% growth in two years. A pioneer of distributed digital manufacturing, Hubs was acquired by Protolabs (NYSE:PRLB) in January 2021 for $280M.
In his spare time, Robert loves nurturing his orchids, bonsai and tropical fish. He is also a part-time audiophile and enjoys listening to his collection of CDs and records.
Jules Witte, COO
Jules brings over a decade of experience driving operational excellence and strategic transformation in advanced manufacturing, with a keen focus on delivering value to customers. With an in-depth knowledge of Shapeways and an action-oriented and results-driven approach, Jules is equipped to steward Shapeways into its next chapter.
Joining Shapeways in 2012, Jules quickly progressed through multiple roles before assuming leadership of the Eindhoven manufacturing facility in 2018. Under his guidance, the facility achieved significant operational milestones, including the insourcing of pivotal technologies and system optimizations, resulting in the Eindhoven facility becoming the main global additive manufacturing hub for Shapeways. Jules additionally drove the company’s transition from B2C to B2B, implementing consultative sales, robust quality management systems and attaining ISO:9001 and IATF:16949 certifications.
In his spare time, Jules enjoys Futsall, CrossFit, cooking and spending time with his family.
Job van de Laar, Plant Manager
Job brings extensive operations, quality and commercial management experience to his role at Shapeways. As Plant Manager, he drives best practices and implements improved margin structures, with a focus on bringing out the best in his team.
Job joined Shapeways in 2019 as Operations Manager of the Eindhoven factory. He successfully onboarded and grew several of Shapeways’ top 10 customers – most notably managing a high-publicity, award-winning project with Microsoft. Prior to Shapeways, Job worked in operations and commercial management roles in the technology and automotive industries for Fortune 500 companies for more than 20 years.
Job has lived and worked on several continents and speaks 6 languages, equipping him with the essential cross-cultural sensitivity required for a globally-operating company. In his spare time, Job enjoys working on, and racing, classic race cars.
Tiago Sao Jose, Head of Engineering
As Head of Engineering, Tiago leads the development of innovative, scalable digital solutions at Shapeways. With an ethos that anything is possible, a passion for technology, and a proven track-record of leading engineering teams in complex problem-solving, Tiago supports Shapeways in providing exceptional value to its customers.
Tiago joined Shapeways in 2012 and has played a key role in advancing the company’s technology and operations. He has been pivotal in creating essential tools and systems that enhance efficiency and streamline workflows. His expertise in software architecture and cloud infrastructure, combined with his leadership skills, ensures that Shapeways remains at the forefront of manufacturing innovation.
In his spare time, Tiago enjoys playing with his young daughter and creating and producing his own music.
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