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We’re looking for builders who want to shape the next generation of intelligent factories.\nThe Role:\nWe’re looking for a hands-on Product Operations Engineer to bridge the gap between product, engineering, and field operations. You’ll play a key role in deploying our vision systems on factory floors, integrating robotics and automation hardware, and closing the loop between customers and our R&D teams. This is a high-impact, highly visible position reporting to the Senior Director of Customer Success.\nWhat You’ll Do:\nLead and support system installations at customer sites, both onsite and remotely\nIntegrate and calibrate vision systems with robotic arms, XY gantries, conveyors, and PLCs\nBuild and troubleshoot custom automation workflows to solve complex AI inspection problems\nPartner with R&D on system design reviews, product validation, and continuous improvement\nCollaborate with customers to translate operational challenges into actionable solutions\nDocument best practices, perform root cause analysis, and help scale global deployments\nTravel up to 40%, including 20–30% overnight at customer manufacturing sites\nWho You Are:\nBachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)\n2+ years of hands-on experience in industrial automation, robotics, or factory integration\nStrong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills\nExperience with PLC integration and industrial control systems\nPython scripting for automation, data collection, or configuration\nFamiliarity with CAD tools (intermediate level preferred)\nExcellent customer-facing communication and collaboration skills\nIndependent, proactive problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced environments\nMeticulous attention to detail and comfort working in production settings\nOur Perks:\nCompetitive salary, equity, and 401k\nFull Medical, Dental, Vision\nUnlimited PTO\nDaily meals provided\nCompensation Range: $100K - $140K","company":"Unitx","rawCompany":"unitx","city":"Milpitas","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-05T11:28:13.200Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.08","title":"Robotics Engineers","slug":"robotics-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.05","title":"Mechatronics Engineers","slug":"mechatronics-engineers"},{"code":"17-2112.03","title":"Manufacturing Engineers","slug":"manufacturing-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Product Operations Engineer","description":"Job Title:\nProduct Operations Engineer\nAbout UnitX:\nUnitX is building the world’s best robotics product to accelerate human productivity in manufacturing. 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