Solutions Architect

UnitX; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking a Field Solutions Architect to design and deploy cutting-edge defect inspection automation solutions. In this role, you will collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to understand their needs and create tailored solutions that enhance productivity in manufacturing. Your expertise in engineering and hands-on experience in vision automation will be pivotal in developing prototypes and validating solutions. Join a dynamic startup that values creativity and problem-solving, and contribute to the advancement of robotics technology that impacts leading manufacturers globally.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Equity

401k

Unlimited PTO

Daily meals provided

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in vision automation projects within manufacturing.
• Strong analytical skills and experience in troubleshooting automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Design comprehensive automation solutions for defect inspection.
• Collaborate with clients and teams to refine technical solutions.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD

Optics

Electrical Systems

Control Systems

Job description

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 500+ mission-critical systems across 115+ of the world's leading manufacturers' production lines. Every year, $2.8B dollar worth of products (think EV batteries) go through UnitX AI inspection system to ensure quality.

As a Field Solutions Architect at UnitX, you will be a key contributor to the design, development, and deployment of defect inspection automation solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of our clients. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, project management, and technical experts, to analyze requirements, design solutions, and oversee the implementation of defect inspection projects. You will report directly into the Senior Director of Customer Success.

What You'll Do:

• Solution Design: Work closely with clients and internal teams to understand their defect inspection needs and challenges. Design comprehensive automation solutions that encompass imaging and motion hardware, software, control systems, and integration components.
• Travel to Customers: Go on-site to our customer and potential customer facilities to introduce what our system is capable of.
• POC: Leverage in-house and external imaging systems to solve complicated visual inspection imaging challenges.
• Prototyping and Testing: Create prototypes and conduct thorough testing to validate the functionality and performance of solution proposals. Identify and resolve any technical issues or inefficiencies.
• Technical Documentation: Produce detailed technical documentation, including system architecture diagrams, wiring schematics, user manuals, and operating procedures.
• Client Communication: Collaborate with clients to explain technical concepts, demonstrate the benefits of proposed solutions, and gather feedback to refine designs.

Who You Are:

• Engineering Background: A bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, preferably in fields like mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or related disciplines.
• Industry Experience: 4+ years of hands-on experience working on vision automation projects in the manufacturing industry.
• Technical Skills: CAD, Optics, Electrical Systems, Control Systems.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to design effective solutions for complex manufacturing processes.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and convey technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Hands-On Experience: Practical experience in implementing and troubleshooting manufacturing automation systems is highly valued.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, equity, and 401k
• Unlimited PTO
• Daily meals provided