Forward-Deployed Manufacturing Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Travel to customer manufacturing facilities, mainly in North America and globally.

• Take charge of company-critical initiatives and ensure mission success.

• Set up and integrate physical equipment into intricate electronics production lines.

• Enhance customer value by fine-tuning Instrumental algorithms and software.

• Foster relationships with customers and factory stakeholders.

• Promote further customer adoption through technical expertise and reliable engagement.

• Develop a deep understanding of Instrumental’s software and technology.

• Identify opportunities to optimize system performance through physical adjustments, training labels, or replicated customer tests.

• Deliver swift and significant results for customers and their manufacturing partners.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in electronics manufacturing in engineering or operations, either on the brand or EMS side.

• Familiarity with factory environments, processes, and internal dynamics.

• Proven ability to complete critical missions despite unexpected or challenging situations.

• Willingness to travel frequently to customer factory sites, primarily in North America; travel may reach up to 80% during peak periods.

• Availability to travel during evenings and weekends when necessary.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Ideally proficient in Mandarin; bilingual English/Mandarin candidates will be prioritized.

• Technically adept, organized, customer-focused, and able to effectively engage with global stakeholders.

• Must adhere to company security and privacy policies and report any suspected security incidents or policy violations.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Public Transit/Commuter Plans.

• Parental Leave.

• Eligibility for variable compensation.

• Location-based compensation.