Applications Engineer - GDL

Applications Engineer, Mexico

Mexico · Field Applications / Deployment · Full-time

About Overview.ai

We're building AI-powered quality control systems for manufacturing. Unlike traditional machine vision, our systems use AI to solve inspection challenges that were previously difficult or impossible to automate.

We work with companies like Tesla, SpaceX, and Amphenol, deploying our technology directly into production environments around the world.

Our customers don't need another software tool. They need systems that work on their production lines, integrate with existing equipment, and perform reliably under real manufacturing constraints.

About the Role

You'll be the engineer making our AI vision systems work on the factory floor.

This is a hands-on, customer-facing role where you'll install and configure hardware, integrate vision systems with PLCs, troubleshoot technical challenges, and ensure our technology performs reliably in production.

You'll work directly with manufacturing customers across Mexico, collaborating with their engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to bring new systems online.

From initial installation through production validation, you'll own technical execution and help customers get the most out of our technology.

This is a field-based position with frequent travel to customer manufacturing facilities. We're looking for someone who enjoys being hands-on, solving problems in real time, and taking ownership in a fast-moving environment.

What You'll Do

Install and Integrate AI Vision Systems

• Install and configure Overview cameras, lighting, and supporting hardware on manufacturing lines.

• Integrate vision systems with existing PLC platforms, including Allen Bradley, Siemens, and similar systems.

• Configure I/O mapping, communication protocols, and connectivity between equipment.

• Collaborate with customer engineers and maintenance teams to coordinate successful deployments.

Troubleshoot Technical Challenges

• Diagnose and resolve electrical, hardware, networking, and controls integration issues.

• Troubleshoot signal timing, connectivity, encoder feedback, and I/O configurations.

• Use tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and diagnostic software to identify problems.

• Solve issues in live production environments while minimizing operational disruption.

Ensure Production Performance

• Validate system accuracy, speed, and reliability under real manufacturing conditions.

• Optimize configurations for lighting, vibration, material variation, and other production constraints.

• Document configurations, technical findings, and deployment procedures.

• Train customer operators, engineers, and maintenance teams on system operation and troubleshooting.

Own Customer Deployments

• Serve as a technical point of contact throughout installation, ramp-up, and production.

• Work independently on-site while collaborating with Overview's engineering and product teams.

• Provide technical support and help customers resolve issues efficiently.

• Share field insights and product feedback to improve future deployments.

What You'll Bring

Must Have

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, mechatronics, electrical engineering, or related fields.

• Practical experience working with PLC systems such as Allen Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms, including I/O configuration, troubleshooting, and basic programming.

• Experience installing, configuring, or integrating equipment in manufacturing environments.

• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills and familiarity with diagnostic tools such as multimeters and oscilloscopes.

• Experience working directly on production floors and understanding manufacturing constraints.

• Ability to work independently, troubleshoot unfamiliar problems, and take ownership of technical projects.

• Willingness and flexibility to travel frequently to customer manufacturing facilities across Mexico.

• Professional working proficiency in English and Spanish.

Strong to Have

• Experience with industrial machine vision systems, cameras, lighting, or inspection equipment.

• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, or serial communication.

• Experience working directly with manufacturing customers or supporting equipment deployments.

• Familiarity with Allen Bradley CompactLogix/ControlLogix or Siemens S7 platforms.

• Experience training operators, technicians, or engineers on technical systems.

• Exposure to AI-powered inspection systems or industrial networking.

Location & Travel

Location: Mexico, field-based.

This role requires frequent travel to customer manufacturing facilities. Candidates should be based in a location with convenient access to a major airport and be comfortable traveling for multi-day or multi-week deployments.

Why Overview.ai?

• Real-world impact: Work with AI technology already deployed on production lines at leading global manufacturers.

• Technical growth: Develop expertise across industrial controls, machine vision, and AI systems.

• High ownership: Lead technical deployments and make meaningful decisions from day one.

• Global collaboration: Work alongside talented engineers and product teams across international markets.

• Fast-paced environment: Join a rapidly growing startup where your work directly influences our customers and product development.