Product Operations Engineer at Unity

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Manufacturing, Robotics, AIIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
2+ years of hands-on experience in industrial automation, robotics, or factory integration
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
Experience with PLC integration and industrial control systems
Python scripting for automation, data collection, or configuration
Familiarity with CAD tools (intermediate level preferred)
Excellent customer-facing communication and collaboration skills
Independent, proactive problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced environments
Meticulous attention to detail and comfort working in production settings

Responsibilities

Lead and support system installations at customer sites, both onsite and remotely
Integrate and calibrate vision systems with robotic arms, XY gantries, conveyors, and PLCs
Build and troubleshoot custom automation workflows to solve complex AI inspection problems
Partner with R&D on system design reviews, product validation, and continuous improvement
Collaborate with customers to translate operational challenges into actionable solutions
Document best practices, perform root cause analysis, and help scale global deployments
Travel up to 40%, including 20–30% overnight at customer manufacturing sites

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

RoboticsPLC IntegrationMechatronicsVision SystemsAutomationCalibrationTroubleshootingMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringRoot Cause AnalysisSystem IntegrationFactory Automation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location requirement for this role?

This is an onsite position.

What education and experience are required?

A Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) and 2+ years of hands-on experience in industrial automation, robotics, or factory integration are required.

What are the key technical skills needed for this position?

Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, experience with PLC integration and industrial control systems, and Python scripting for automation, data collection, or configuration are essential. Familiarity with CAD tools at an intermediate level is preferred.

What perks and benefits does UnitX offer?

UnitX provides competitive salary, equity, 401k, full medical, dental, vision coverage, unlimited PTO, and daily meals.

What kind of person thrives at UnitX?

UnitX values creativity, precision, ownership, and seeks independent, proactive problem-solvers who thrive in fast-paced environments with meticulous attention to detail.

Unity

Real-time platform for interactive content

About Unity

Unity Technologies provides a platform for creating 2D, 3D, virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR) content. Its main product is a real-time development platform that allows users to build and deploy interactive content across various devices, including mobile phones, PCs, and gaming consoles. Unity operates on a subscription model, offering different plans to cater to the needs of hobbyists, professional developers, and large enterprises, including free options for smaller developers. The company stands out from competitors by serving a wide range of industries, such as gaming, film, automotive, architecture, engineering, and construction, making it a versatile tool for many applications. Unity's goal is to empower creators by providing them with the tools and support needed to bring their ideas to life.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2009Year Founded

$869.1MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, Entertainment, GamingIndustries

5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurances

Commuting subsidy

Employee stock ownership

Comprehensive retirement/pension plans

Generous vacation and personal days

Paid leave for new parents

Wellness and fitness subsidy

Office food and free snacks, including lots of healthy options!

Mental health and Wellbeing programs and support

Employee Resource Groups

Global Employee Assistance Program

Training and development programs

Volunteering and donation matching program

Risks

Increased competition from Unreal Engine with advanced graphics and free source code.

Open-source platforms like Godot offer free alternatives to Unity's subscription model.

Recent pricing changes may lead to backlash from small developers.

Differentiation

Unity offers a comprehensive platform for 2D, 3D, VR, and AR content.

Unity's subscription model caters to both small developers and large enterprises.

Unity's real-time development platform supports cross-platform deployment on mobile, PC, and consoles.

Upsides

Unity's acquisition of SyncSketch enhances remote collaboration capabilities.

Unity's Indie Game Developer Accelerator Program supports the growing indie game market.

Unity's tools are widely used in expanding AR and VR markets.

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