Sales and Applications Engineer (Manufacturing & Automation)

Sales and Applications Engineer (Manufacturing & Automation) at Overview (W19) $100K - $160K AI vision sensors for manufacturing Detroit, MI, US / Columbus, OH, US / Atlanta, GA, US / Charlotte, NC, US / Indianapolis, IN, US / Cincinnati, OH, US / Remote (Detroit, MI, US; Columbus, OH, US; Atlanta, GA, US; Charlotte, NC, US; Indianapolis, IN, US; Cincinnati, OH, US) Full-time US citizen/visa only 3+ years About Overview Overview is a company that takes the cutting edge in computer vision and deep learning and applies it to previously unsolvable manufacturing inspection problems. We are truly a full stack company. We install physical cameras into the facility, run inference on the edge and manage massive deployments. Overview also streams gigabytes of video/image data to the cloud for our web platform to give customers advanced insights and analytics. We are looking for engineers who like to solve tough challenges across the stack. This might include wrangling 500mb images or deploying optimized models in one click that can handle 10 parts a second. We are looking for people who are dynamic, who are excited to work on a different challenge every week, whether it's the final inspection on a medical device or making sure a razor blade has a perfect edge. About the role About Overview.ai is transforming manufacturing quality control with the OV20i, an advanced AI vision system that combines cutting-edge deep learning with ease of use and quick setup. Our system handles a wide array of inspection tasks—from subtle assembly verification to defect detection and orientation checks—delivering real-time, high-accuracy inspections that seamlessly integrate into existing production lines. Trusted by leading manufacturers like Ford, Honda, Toyota, SpaceX, Milliken, and Flex-N-Gate, the OV20i enables faster throughput, reduced scrap, and lower inspection costs—without the complexity and expense of traditional vision systems. The Opportunity We’re looking for an exceptional Sales and Applications Engineer to join our growing team and help drive the future of industrial automation! If you have a background in engineering or technical sales, particularly in manufacturing, automation, or quality control systems, we want to hear from you! Key Responsibilities Serve as the technical lead to customers, translating complex engineering solutions into clear, actionable information. Collaborate with customers on the integration of vision systems, AI, and quality control solutions into production lines. Provide both pre- and post-sales support, ensuring successful customer experiences and long-term partnerships. Drive business growth by selling high-volume solutions (think 20+ cameras instead of just 1-2!). Travel 60-80% of the time to meet clients, ensuring a high level of satisfaction and successful project implementation. Who You Are Background in Engineering or Technical Sales with a focus in Mechanical, Electrical, or Automation (preferred). 3-7 years of experience in a Sales Engineer, Applications Engineer, or Technical Sales role within OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, or high-volume manufacturing. Familiarity with vision systems, AI, and quality control solutions. Highly adaptable, with a technical-first, sales-second approach. Excellent at solving problems, troubleshooting, and presenting complex solutions to customers. Comfortable working independently and traveling to customer sites across Detroit, MI; Columbus or Cincinnati, OH; Atlanta, GA; Charlotte, NC; Indianapolis, IN. Must live within ~1hr of these metros. Motivated, self-driven, and ready to take on a challenge! What We Offer Competitive base salary of $75k–$120k. Performance-based bonus with variable compensation ranging from $25k–$40k. Medical Insurance to keep you covered. Relocation package to help with your move to one of our key locations. 401k benefits available. All-expenses-paid trips to conventions, plus a comfy office located in San Francisco. Remote work options available. PTO – 3 weeks per year to recharge. Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly evolving industry. Supportive and dynamic work environment. Location + Travel Must be open to relocating to one of our key territories (Detroit, MI; Columbus, OH; Atlanta, GA; Charlotte, NC; Indianapolis, IN; Cincinnati, OH) or already residing there. Willing to consider those that live within ~1hr of these metros. Frequent travel by car to meet clients within your territory. 👉 Ready to make an impact in a high-growth industry? Apply today and join our team of passionate professionals making a difference in the world of industrial automation! Technology Overview's tech is far reaching. We deploy highly reliable camera hardware and GPU's into manufacturing and industrial settings. We have an IoT fleet management stack to update, secure, and manage our fleet of devices. We stream this data to our cloud or to a customers hybrid cloud where we have a user facing platform where customers can interact with their devices, deploy new deep learning models, and see advanced analytics. We use Docker to deploy web infrastructure and deep learning models. We have an extensive deep learning stack using Tensorflow, PyTorch and packaged with Onnx. Our frontend is in React, which is updated in real time from our fleet using MQTT. And the list goes on...