Forward Deployed Engineer / Manufacturing

Motion Recruitment; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Vacation Time

Job summary

Motion Recruitment is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer for a fast-growing startup in Boston, MA. The role supports deployments across the Food & Beverage sector, working on factory floors with AI and IoT-driven technology to optimize performance and sustainability.

You will combine hands-on engineering, customer engagement, and project coordination, with 3 days per week onsite and up to 50% travel. A passion for industrial automation and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or related field is required.
• 1+ year hands-on manufacturing or factory experience (food & beverage, chemicals, pharma, etc.) is required.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work directly with customer stakeholders.
• Exposure to industrial systems such as PLCs, sensors, or plant operations.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% is required.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on on-site deployments and troubleshooting.
• Project coordination and pilot execution.
• Team collaboration with customers, sales, and internal teams.
• Data analysis and visualization to support deployments.

Skills

Strong communication

Manufacturing experience

Travel up to 50%

Industrial systems exposure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

PLCs

Sensors

IoT devices

Job description

Were working with a fast-growing, venture-backed startup based in Boston, MA that is transforming industrial manufacturing through AI and IoT-driven technology. This is a full-time opportunity for a Forward Deployed Engineer supporting deployments across the Food & Beverage sector. The company is building cutting-edge AI co-pilot models and sensor-based solutions that optimize factory performance, reduce waste, and drive sustainability across global production environments. 3 days per week onsite.

This is a unique opportunity to sit at the intersection of engineering, customer engagement, and real-world impact. The #1 draw here is the ability to work directly on factory floors with some of the largest global brands, deploying technology that actually changes how products are made. Theyre looking for someone who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and wants to grow quickly within a startup. Youll gain exposure to Industry 4.0, industrial automation, and AI applications, while building strong client-facing and technical leadership skills. If youre looking for a role where no two days are the same and your work has tangible impact, this is it.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or related field
• 1+ year of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or factory environment (food & beverage, chemicals, pharma, etc.)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work directly with customer stakeholders
• Exposure to industrial systems such as PLCs, sensors, or plant operations
• Willingness to travel up to 50%

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with industrial automation, Industry 4.0, or IoT technologies
• Familiarity with IT/OT systems, networking, or cloud integration
• Experience working with sensor or time-series data
• Background in process optimization or production environments
• Startup or high-growth environment experience

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

• 40% Industrial Systems (PLCs, Sensors, IoT)
• 30% Data Analysis & Visualization
• 30% Cloud / IT-OT Integration

Daily Responsibilities

• 60% Hands On (on-site deployments, troubleshooting, implementation)
• 10% Management Duties (project coordination, pilot execution)
• 30% Team Collaboration (working with customers, sales, and internal teams)

The Offer

You Will Receive The Following Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Vacation Time

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Posted By: Ava Fraulo