ABOUT THE ROLE Join an early-stage industrial automation startup and work directly with its founders to build the go-to-market motion from the ground up. You will help bring an AI-powered quality inspection system to manufacturing plants, turning customer conversations into factory visits and deployments. WHAT YOU'LL DO - Identify promising manufacturing plants and research relevant decision-makers. - Conduct direct outreach to plant managers, quality leaders, manufacturing engineering teams, and operations executives. - Build and test outbound campaigns across LinkedIn, email, phone, events, and other channels. - Join customer calls and help move discussions toward factory visits and pilot deployments. - Research manufacturing processes and identify areas where the product can deliver strong returns. - Help develop the ideal customer profile, messaging, sales process, pricing, and expansion strategy. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR - Currently studying or recently graduated, with a degree from a highly regarded university. - Relevant experience in a startup, consulting, venture capital, sales, or business development environment. - Fluent in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Analytical, curious, persistent, and comfortable learning new industries and reaching out to senior decision-makers. - German proficiency and prior direct outreach to executives are helpful. - Interest in startups, AI, robotics, or manufacturing is valued. The role is suited to candidates with 0 to 5 years of experience. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Annual salary: $48,000 to $72,000 USD. Visa sponsorship policy was not provided. LOCATION On-site in San Francisco, California, United States.