Society of Manufacturing Engineers

SME (Society of Manufacturing Engineers) is a non-profit professional association dedicated to advancing manufacturing technology and developing a skilled workforce. While its scope is broad, SME maintains a significant focus on the life sciences sector through its medical manufacturing community, which addresses the production of medical devices, orthopedic implants, and surgical instruments. The organization provides industry-leading certifications, technical training, and major events like RAPID + TCT, which showcases additive manufacturing applications in healthcare. SME also facilitates collaboration between manufacturers, researchers, and government agencies to accelerate the adoption of advanced manufacturing processes in the pharmaceutical and medical industries.