$80000 - $120000 We're hiring a Forward Deployed Engineer for a full-time opportunity based in Somerville, MA. This role is with a rapidly growing venture-backed technology startup developing AI-powered industrial automation solutions for the manufacturing sector. You'll work directly with enterprise customers, deploying cutting-edge Industry 4.0 technologies that leverage AI, IoT, sensors, cloud connectivity, and real-time data analytics to optimize production processes across food and beverage manufacturing facilities. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys combining engineering, customer engagement, and project management. You'll serve as the technical face of the company, working alongside some of the world's largest manufacturers to ensure successful technology deployments while identifying opportunities to expand customer relationships. If you're passionate about solving real-world engineering challenges, enjoy being onsite with customers, and thrive in fast-paced startup environments, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact while accelerating your own career. Required Skills & Experience + Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline + 1+ years of manufacturing or factory floor experience + Experience within food & beverage, chemicals, brewing, dairy, pharmaceutical, or other process manufacturing industries + Strong customer-facing communication and presentation skills + Experience supporting industrial automation or manufacturing systems + Understanding of Industry 4.0 technologies + Experience working with IT/OT environments + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills + Willingness to travel up to 50% Desired Skills & Experience + Experience with PLCs, industrial networking, and cloud connectivity + Knowledge of process engineering and manufacturing operations + Experience analyzing sensor and time-series data + Data visualization and storytelling experience + Familiarity with Python or other programming languages + Experience supporting software or hardware implementations + Startup or high-growth technology company experience + Technical sales or sales engineering experience What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown + 35% Customer Deployments & Field Engineering + 25% Industrial Automation & Industry 4.0 Technologies + 20% Customer Success & Technical Consulting + 20% Data Analysis & Project Management Daily Responsibilities + 60% Hands On + 10% Management Duties + 30% Team Collaboration The Offer + Bonus Eligible + Equity Eligible You will receive the following benefits: + Medical Insurance + Dental Benefits + Vision Benefits + Life Insurance + Short-Term & Long-Term Disability + Paid Time Off (PTO) + 401(k) with Company Match + Transportation Benefit + Health & Wellness Benefit + Professional Development Opportunities + Equity Participation Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP's Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.