Field System Engineer - Vision Systems

About Maneva
Maneva, a startup founded by an ex-Google Deepmind researcher, is an AI service provider revolutionizing manufacturing operations with cutting-edge AI solutions for autonomous factory operation and optimization. Our solution generates AI-powered actions and insights using off-the-shelf hardware or existing vision systems for real-impact manufacturing problems in products and equipment inspection, production efficiency, safety, and more.

What You'll Do

As a System/Deployment Engineer at Maneva, you’ll be the driving force behind transforming cutting-edge AI into real-world impact. You will design, install, and integrate machine vision systems from the ground up — enabling manufacturers to identify defects (like imperfect chocolate bars) and optimize operations using Maneva's technology. From vision setup to PLC integration, from wiring to network configuration, you will make our AI come alive on the line.

This role blends deep technical execution, customer interaction, and project leadership. You’ll travel to manufacturing sites, embed yourself into operations, and own full-cycle deployments that span electrical, mechanical, software, and networking scopes.

Travel: Up to 50% (35%+ in territory, 15%+ out-of-territory)

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and implement machine vision systems end-to-end, including camera, lens, lighting, and compute selection
• Integrate AI-based inspection systems with PLCs and existing industrial automation infrastructure
• Navigate factory networks and deploy software applications on Linux-based edge devices
• Wire sensors, I/O, and control systems with embedded electrical and mechanical understanding
• Lead plant walk-throughs and site assessments to identify high-impact AI use cases
• Collect and calibrate image datasets in live production environments to train vision models
• Troubleshoot on-site hardware/software issues and iterate rapidly based on real-world results
• Deliver hands-on training to plant operators and managers
• Act as the technical lead during deployments and provide clear feedback to internal engineering and product teams
• Document deployment configurations, learnings, and system performance for both internal use and customer value stories

What We're Looking For

Must-Haves

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, Industrial Engineering or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in industrial automation, machine vision, robotics, or factory system deployment
• Proven ability to build and deploy machine vision systems from scratch in live manufacturing settings
• Strong hands-on experience with system wiring, networking (especially Linux), and industrial PCs
• Experience with PLC integration (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profinet) and control systems
• Familiarity with camera configuration tools, vision software (e.g., Cognex, Keyence, or custom vision stacks), and basic Python
• Ability to work independently in the field and manage complex deployments
• Excellent communication and project coordination skills

Nice-to-Haves

• Prior experience in food & beverage, CPG, or packaging environments
• Exposure to AI/ML workflows and working with annotated datasets
• Experience in startup environments or cross-functional hardware/software product teams
• Ability to contribute to case studies, success stories, and feedback loops for product development

Benefits

Why Join Maneva?

• Work with cutting-edge Vision AI & IoT solutions that power autonomous manufacturing, robotics, and industrial automation​.
• Opportunity to lead in a fast-growing AI company driving real-world impact in industrial AI adoption​.
• Travel opportunities to industrial sites, tech conferences, and research labs.
• Collaborate with world-class engineers & AI experts in a dynamic, innovation-driven environment.

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