Factory Deployed Engineer

TheCorporate; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TheCorporate in Detroit, MI is seeking a Factory Deployed Engineer to join a fast-growing AI manufacturing startup. You will collaborate with factory operations to design software, automation, and hardware solutions that impact real production lines.

You will own projects from concept to deployment, work closely with mechanical, electrical, and software teams, and apply AI-powered development tools to optimize workflows on the factory floor.

Qualifications

• Background in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial engineering.
• Hands-on experience with hardware or physical systems.
• Experience solving engineering problems in manufacturing/automation.
• Ability to work independently with a startup mindset.

Responsibilities

• Build software and tools that improve factory operations.
• Develop and improve manufacturing automation.
• Optimize production workflows and processes.
• Work with hardware, machines, robotics, and other physical systems.
• Develop operational tools to solve real manufacturing challenges.
• Identify problems and create practical engineering solutions.
• Take ownership of projects from initial concept through deployment.
• Work closely with manufacturing and engineering teams.
• Use modern AI tools to accelerate development and problem solving.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Mechatronics/Robotics

Software development

Hardware experience

Startup mindset

Onsite availability

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Factory Deployed Engineer

Location: Detroit, MI

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Experience: 2--5 years

Visa Sponsorship: Not available

About the Opportunity

We're looking for a Factory Deployed Engineer to join a fast-growing, well-funded AI manufacturing startup.

In this role, you'll work directly with factory operations to build software, automation, and hardware solutions that make manufacturing processes smarter, faster, and more efficient.

This is a great opportunity for an engineer who enjoys hands-on problem solving and wants to see their work move from an idea to a real-world solution on the factory floor.

What You'll Do

• Build software and tools that improve factory operations
• Develop and improve manufacturing automation
• Optimize production workflows and processes
• Work with hardware, machines, robotics, and other physical systems
• Develop operational tools to solve real manufacturing challenges
• Identify problems and create practical engineering solutions
• Take ownership of projects from initial concept through deployment
• Work closely with manufacturing and engineering teams
• Use modern AI tools to accelerate development and problem solving

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone with a background in:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Mechatronics, Robotics, or a closely related field

You should also have:

• Strong software development/programming skills
• Hands-on experience working with hardware or physical systems
• Experience solving engineering problems in a manufacturing, automation, or similar environment
• Strong ownership and ability to work independently
• A startup mindset and willingness to move quickly
• Interest in and comfort with AI and modern AI-powered development tools
• Ability to work onsite in Detroit, Michigan

Experience That Would Be a Plus

Experience in any of the following would be highly valuable:

• Manufacturing automation
• Robotics
• Industrial automation
• Computer vision
• Automotive
• Aerospace
• Formula SAE
• Factory systems and equipment

Why Join?

• Join a well-funded, fast-growing startup
• Work at the intersection of AI, software, robotics, and manufacturing
• Have direct ownership of meaningful engineering projects
• Work alongside an elite engineering team
• See your solutions deployed in real-world factories
• Strong opportunities for career growth

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