Apera AI · 2 months ago
Senior Implementation and Onboarding Project Manager
Detroit, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
15+ years expApera AI is an innovative startup at the forefront of robotics, AI, and machine vision technologies, focused on redefining the future of AI-driven robotic vision systems. They are seeking a Senior Implementation and Onboarding Project Manager to lead field application engineers in deploying their 4D Vision systems across North America, ensuring successful installations and customer satisfaction.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)ComputerMachine LearningManufacturingSoftware
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
Experience with machine vision or robotic vision systems
Expertise in process design, readiness management, or operations optimization
Benefits
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.
Company
Apera AI
Apera AI provides 4D Vision technology for industrial robotics, enhancing speed, reliability, and scalability in manufacturing automation.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$11.76MKey Investors
BDC Capitallobby capitalWUTIF
2025-03-29Series A
2023-08-24Seed· $7.7M
2021-09-01Convertible Note· $1.98M
Leadership Team
Sina Afrooze
Founder and CEO
Recent News
2025-10-24
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