Forward Deployed Engineer
US$125,000 – US$200,000 / yr base salary
Posted 15 Oct 2026
Advertised as “Forward Deployed Engineer (US, West Coast)”
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- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Hybrid
- Contract
- Full-time
- Visa sponsorship
- Not offered
| Base salary | US$125,000 – US$200,000 / yr |
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Field of studyApplied Mathematics, Engineering, Physics
Study levelMaster's
About the Role
Our technology is raising strong interest from the engineering world, and the number of our users is growing quickly. As a key player in the Forward Deployed Engineering Team, your mission will be to help industry leaders to redefine their product design workflow with the latest technologies. Your expertise should establish trust and admiration from our customers by delivering high-quality technical work. This is a chance to be at the intersection of engineering and AI, working with top-tier clients worldwide while shaping how the industry evolves_._ If you are interested in feeling firsthand the fast progress of engineering, this is the team for you.
What you will do
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Implement projects together with the customer’s engineering teams, develop tailored solutions and analyse data for each project using Python
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Apply our deep-learning tools to different engineering/physics problems
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Deliver proofs-of-concept demonstrating how our technology creates value in CAD, CAE and manufacturing workflows.
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Train customer teams to effectively use the NC platform, ensuring smooth AI adoption into their workflows
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Work closely with the product team to translate customer feedback into product improvements.
Who you are
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You are eager to tackle real-world challenges through machine learning and automation, with a passion for reshaping how engineering is practiced by industry leaders.
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You have an excellent understanding of both Engineering and Machine Learning (strict requirement)
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You have experience with simulation. Industry experience in CAD / CAE (CFD, FEM, etc) modelling is a plus
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You hold a master’s degree in engineering, Applied Mathematics, or Physics
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You have strong experience with Python programming, and experience with machine learning and deep learning frameworks and libraries
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You have excellent communication skills, enjoy working with people, and feel comfortable in the customer-facing role
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You can convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders in a clear and compelling way
What You Get
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Work with a world-class technology team – our engineers are top-notch, and we always aim for excellence.
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Benefit from a competitive salary and rewarding opportunities as we continue to scale.