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Field Application Engineer

UnitX
Milpitas, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/16/2026
Job Title:

Field Application Engineer

About Us:

UnitX is building the world’s best robotics product to accelerate human productivity in manufacturing. UnitX is a fast-moving startup with a team from Stanford and Google. Since inception, UnitX has shipped 900 mission-critical systems across 170 of the world's leading manufacturers' production lines. Every year, $6.1B dollar worth of products (think EV batteries) go through UnitX AI inspection system to ensure quality.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Field Application Engineer to join our team supporting us in the next phase following our Series B. You will report directly to the Senior Director, Customer Success.

What You’ll Do:

  • Installation at customer's site both locally and out of state (i.e Texas, Michigan, Georgia, etc.)
  • Work on the factory floor of multiple locations
  • Integrate machine vision systems with production lines, PLCs
  • 80% travel, including 40 - 60% overnight travel to on-site locations
  • Demonstrate in lab product to customers

Who You Are:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • Basic mechanical and electrical hands-on skills
  • Experience with a multimeter and soldering
  • Experience with customer relations/interfacing
  • Self-starter who can head up tasks on their own
  • Excellent written & verbal communications skills
  • Detail-oriented & patient

Our Perks:

  • $35 - $37.50/hour, PTO, and 401k
  • Weekly opportunity for overtime with the potential for double time
  • Full Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Free meals in the office and on the road

Salary : $35 - $38

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