Apera AI
Senior Manager, Field Application Engineering
Apera AI, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228
Senior Manager, Field Application Engineering
We are an innovative Vancouver-based startup at the forefront of robotics, AI, and machine vision technologies. Backed by VC funding and recognized with the 2025 Frost & Sullivan Technology Innovation Leadership Award and the 2024 BC Tech “Company of the Year – Growth”, we are on a mission to redefine the future of AI-driven robotic vision systems.
Apera AI
helps manufacturers make factories more flexible and productive. Robots enhanced with Apera’s software have 4D Vision – the ability to see and handle objects with human‑like capability. Challenging applications such as bin picking, sorting, packaging, and assembly are now open to fast, precise, and reliable automation.
What You’ll Do
Lead field installations and commissioning of 4D Vision systems at major OEM plants.
Develop FAEs through coaching, structured feedback, and career pathing.
Create and standardize onboarding playbooks, readiness checklists, and calibration protocols.
Manage cross‑functional alignment between customers, engineering, and product.
Integrate AI‑assisted diagnostics and knowledge tools to shorten install cycles and boost first‑time‑right success.
Why This Is a Career Move
Scope Growth: Design and scale an onboarding organization that sets the standard for global deployment excellence.
Impact: See work on factory floors of the world’s largest manufacturers.
Learning: Work with AI vision experts and mechanical geniuses while building cross‑functional leadership skills.
Visibility: Metrics and dashboards reviewed by senior executives and OEM leaders.
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Controls Engineering (or equivalent).
15+ years with proven hands‑on background in robotic system integration, troubleshooting, and deployment.
Experience with commissioning industrial robots (ABB, FANUC, KUKA, UR, Yaskawa, or similar).
Strong communication skills – equally confident with engineers, executives, and customers.
Ability to travel up to 40–50% to customer sites across North America.
Bonus Points If You Have
Experience with machine vision or robotic vision systems.
Expertise in process design, readiness management, or operations optimization.
Why Apera?
Every employee is an owner – equity for all.
A culture of curiosity: we experiment, learn fast, and share openly.
Well‑funded with a recent Series A to fuel ambitious product roadmaps and growth.
Trusted by big‑name automotive in Tier 1 suppliers.
High‑impact work with autonomy and clear paths to grow.
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Apera AI
helps manufacturers make factories more flexible and productive. Robots enhanced with Apera’s software have 4D Vision – the ability to see and handle objects with human‑like capability. Challenging applications such as bin picking, sorting, packaging, and assembly are now open to fast, precise, and reliable automation.
What You’ll Do
Lead field installations and commissioning of 4D Vision systems at major OEM plants.
Develop FAEs through coaching, structured feedback, and career pathing.
Create and standardize onboarding playbooks, readiness checklists, and calibration protocols.
Manage cross‑functional alignment between customers, engineering, and product.
Integrate AI‑assisted diagnostics and knowledge tools to shorten install cycles and boost first‑time‑right success.
Why This Is a Career Move
Scope Growth: Design and scale an onboarding organization that sets the standard for global deployment excellence.
Impact: See work on factory floors of the world’s largest manufacturers.
Learning: Work with AI vision experts and mechanical geniuses while building cross‑functional leadership skills.
Visibility: Metrics and dashboards reviewed by senior executives and OEM leaders.
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Controls Engineering (or equivalent).
15+ years with proven hands‑on background in robotic system integration, troubleshooting, and deployment.
Experience with commissioning industrial robots (ABB, FANUC, KUKA, UR, Yaskawa, or similar).
Strong communication skills – equally confident with engineers, executives, and customers.
Ability to travel up to 40–50% to customer sites across North America.
Bonus Points If You Have
Experience with machine vision or robotic vision systems.
Expertise in process design, readiness management, or operations optimization.
Why Apera?
Every employee is an owner – equity for all.
A culture of curiosity: we experiment, learn fast, and share openly.
Well‑funded with a recent Series A to fuel ambitious product roadmaps and growth.
Trusted by big‑name automotive in Tier 1 suppliers.
High‑impact work with autonomy and clear paths to grow.
#J-18808-Ljbffr