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API is a great place to work. Just ask any of our employees. We are a privately held, family-owned company with an entrepreneurial spirit and a diverse, global team. We take pride in the products we make for our customers, many of which are industry leaders.

Full-time employees of API are eligible to receive a range of options for employer subsidized health insurance, vision and dental, as well as a 401(k) program, bonus pay and paid time off.

Email careers@apimetrology.com to apply to any position with a resume and cover letter. See below for current openings in API.

 USA North America

Regional Sales Manager (Dallas, Texas)

Automated Precision Inc. (API) is a global leader providing advanced metrology solutions for industries. API’s experienced engineering and operational team is unmatched in creating and delivering innovative products and solutions that meet the needs of rapidly evolving industries. We are currently seeking to add to the team a Regional Sales Manager to cover the territories in Texas.

 

Role: The Regional Sales Manager is the lead for an account team in a defined area, responsible for technical and business requirements discovery, solution design/engineering/consulting, proposal preparation support and technical presentations to customers for API’s full suite of products and solutions.

 

Tasks:

· Collaborate with teams to understand customer requirements, to promote the sale of company products, and to provide end-to-end sales support.

· Acquire new orders, assist customer to customize system specification, review with customer completeness of received shipment, perform customer acceptance test and training, and follow-up to assure customer satisfaction.

· Identifies current and future customer service requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual customers and other persons in a position to understand service requirements. Provides product, service, or equipment technical and engineering information by answering questions and requests.

· Gains customer acceptance by explaining or demonstrating cost reductions and operations improvements.

· Sell products requiring extensive technical expertise and support for installation and use.

· Plan and modify product configurations to meet customer needs.

· Confer with customers and engineers to assess equipment needs and to determine system requirements.

· Prepare and deliver technical presentations that explain products or services to customers and prospective customers.

· Arrange for demonstrations or trial installations of equipment.

· Create sales or service contracts for products or services.

· Develop, present, or respond to proposals for specific customer requirements, including request for proposal responses and industry-specific solutions.

· Visit prospective buyers at commercial, industrial, or other establishments to demonstrate and promote API products.

 

Preferred Qualifications and Education Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Related Science, and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Sales

· Strong closing skills with track record of attaining sales goals

· Experience or working knowledge of 3D metrology systems (Laser Tracker, Laser Scanners and/or Automation Systems) a plus

. Ability to navigate through 3rd party software offered with the company's products (Spatial Analyzer, Verisurf, and/or Polyworks)

· Willing to travel

Accounting Associate (Rockville, MD)

Accounting Associate

We are a leading manufacturer of laser measuring and metrology products. Our systems are used in a variety of industries including aerospace, shipbuilding, heavy equipment manufacturing, machine tool, energy and construction verticals. At the corporate headquarters in Rockville, MD, we are currently seeking to add to the team a Accounting Associate.

 

Primary Duties

The Junior Accountant prepares financial documents such as invoices, bills, accounts receivable, accounts payable, commission reports and other financial records for entry into computer software, ensuring compliance with GAAP standards and regulatory compliance.

 

Accounts Payable

- Post business transactions, process invoices, verify financial data for use in maintaining accounts payable records.

- Manage subcontractor accounts for compliance as well as 1099 report preparations.

- Support the preparation of the monthly corporate credit card reconciliations.

- Assist with the preparation of commission reports for management, ensuring corporate policies are adhered to.

Accounts Receivable

- Prepare, post, verify, and record customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable

- Create invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers

- Maintain and update customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions

- Research customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of the Collections Manager and other staff

General Ledger

- Maintain balance sheet schedules and record journal entries as necessary to ensure all transactions have been recorded and GL balances are accurate while taking ownership of assigned accounts

- Assist in month-end closing activities including bank reconciliations

- Support the preparation of financial reports and analyses as needed

- Support the preparation of the month-end and year-end closing processes

- Assist with profitability analysis, as needed

 

Essential Skills

- Proficient in Excel and related software as well as other accounting software programs

- Experience with NetSuite a plus

- Solid analytical skills

- Detail oriented and organized

- Problem solving skills

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

- Ability to work independently and proactively

 

Education and Experience

- Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting

- Three years of experience in accounting preferred

Administrative Assistant (San Diego, CA)

Automated Precision Inc. (API) San Diego office is currently looking for an Administrative Assistant to join the team based out of Southern California. The team provides high-precision metrology solutions to our customers throughout the West Coast. The ideal candidate is organized, a team player, and likes to take initiative with their projects.

Job Responsibilities:

§ Work with the Regional Sales Managers (RSM’s) to update the CRM

§ Maintain the CRM by helping the Sales and Services teams to create sales orders, close out projects, and create invoices

§ Assist RSMs with customer prospecting through email campaigns and phone calls

§ Qualify leads submitted through API’s website to log into the CRM, email marketing materials, and set up meetings with RSM’s or Service Project Managers

§ Manage the administrative needs of the San Diego office including shipments of all incoming and outgoing API equipment

§ Solicit West Coast customers for calibrating and servicing both API and competitive equipment in the San Diego lab

§ Schedule and manage all calibration / verification of equipment for the San Diego lab

Requirements:

§ Associate’s degree with 4 years administrative/sales experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of administrative/sales experience

§ A background in a STEM industry such as construction, technology, math, engineering preferred

§ An organized, self-starter who is comfortable communicating with customers and coworkers across all management levels

§ Must reside within San Diego County and be able to commute to office in Mira Mesa regularly

§ Must be authorized to work for any US employers, and pass a background check and a drug test.

Calibration Technician (Rockville, MD)

CALIBRATION TECHNICIAN

 

This position plays a critical role in supporting our high-precision metrology lab by performing in-house calibrations and assisting with the repair of laser-based measurement systems.

 

Key Responsibilities

§ Calibrate high-precision laser measurement systems and other instruments per documented procedures

§ Receive and check in customer equipment for calibration

§ Complete accurate documentation (digital and/or paper) for all work performed

§ Assist with proper packaging and shipment of equipment to customers

§ Maintain a clean and safe lab environment

§ Support the shipment of equipment to and from field engineers and customers

§ Communicate inventory needs to Supervisor/Manager

§ Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction

 

Requirements

· Associate degree or equivalent required

· Coursework or interest in mechatronics, electronics, or mechanical systems preferred

· Experience with optical or electro-mechanical assembly a plus

· Familiarity with hand tools and measurement tools (e.g., calipers, multimeters, micrometers)

· Understanding of calibration traceability and industry best practices

· Basic skills in Microsoft Word and Excel

· Strong attention to detail, organizational, and math skills

· Effective written and verbal communication

Manufacturing Technician (Rockville, MD)

MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN

 

At the corporate headquarters in Rockville, MD, Automated Precision Inc. (API) is currently seeking to add to the team a motivated and skilled Electrical/Mechanical Assembly Technician.

 

Duties and responsibilities:

§ Electrical assembly of small high precision instruments

§ Assembly Integration of Optical and Mechanical systems

§ High quality soldering of PCB

§ Downloading Firmware and Logic into PCBs

§ Work closely with the group on new product’s assembly and calibration processes

§ Responsible for daily production activities and work different products as required

§ Report manufacturing issues to product engineers and provide feedback on proposed solutions

 

Knowledge, skills, abilities, and other requirements:

§ Must have experience of

- Crimping of small connectors

- High quality soldering of PCB

- Good quality soldering of small pin connectors

- Reading Electrical drawing diagram

§ Wiring, soldering and crimping of small wires inside the instrument with limited access

- Must be a detail-oriented individual with fine motor skills to handle the intricacies of the products

Service Engineer (Rockville, MD)

SERVICE ENGINEER
Automated Precision Inc. is a world leader in advanced metrology solutions for industry.
API products and services are used by leading automotive, aerospace, machine tool, and
CMM manufacturers. We are looking for entry level Service Engineers to join the API
team. If you are looking for a full-time position, with high growth potential, this may be
the opportunity for you.
We are willing to train the right candidates to use our precision instruments and software
to support customers throughout North America.
We offer an excellent training program that begins in our Rockville, MD headquarters,
where you will learn the technical details of using our world class equipment and the best
practices associated with metrology equipment. You will be paired with best-in-class
Field Engineers to gain hands on experience. We have a comprehensive compensation
and benefit package including 401(k). This is a hands-on opportunity to get real work
experience while learning from some of the best in the field of metrology.
Minimum Required Experience/Skills
▪ Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related science.
▪ Ability to read design drawings and schematics.
▪ Clearance required; must be U.S. citizen.
▪ Must be self-motivated, highly accountable and achievement motivated.
▪ Be Flexible to changing priorities.
▪ Must be able to travel to locations across the US, work overtime and weekends as
needed.
▪ Excellent communication skills; able to interact with customers.
▪ Able to lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

 

 

Technical Scope:

 

§ Complete electro-optical components testing and characterization, include but not limited to lasers, photodetectors, optical switches, optical modulators, and fiber optics

§ Build interferometry and triangulation based optical modules and systems for high accuracy ranging

§ Process both digital and analog signals from the system for debugging, optimization, quality control

§ Perform failure mode analysis and work with R&D and production engineers for product design improvements and optimize production procedures

§ Work on the product electrical and optical design, analysis and development of mechanical components accessories, systems and equipment

§ Define technical specs and tolerances

§ Confirm fabrication, assembly and installation processes

§ Perform basic metrology analysis, calibration and verification by collecting system information such as distance, angle, acceleration, and environmental data like temperature, humidity and other sensor signals

§ Mentor junior engineers through process, design, analysis, etc.

 

 

Requirements:

 

Advanced engineering degree, preferred with 1+ year industry experience in physics, high-speed electrical-optics:

 

§ Deep understanding in electro-optical devices

§ Deep understanding of computer vision, depth camera, interferometry, and triangulation

§ Familiar with free space optics simulation tools like Zemax or Code V

§ Knowledge in electronics, PCBs, and understand the basics of electro-optical device control circuits

§ Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis capability (CAPA)

§ Good hands-on skills in system testing, failure analysis and design of experiments

§ Knowledge in numerical analysis

§ Knowledge in signal processing and its related coding (Python and Matlab)

§ Familiar with FMEA, IPQC

§ Knowledge in fiber optics and light detection is a plus

§ Demonstrated accomplishments in projects is a plus

 

 

Preferred skills, licenses/certifications

 

§ Oscilloscope, OSA, power meters, fiber fusion splicer

§ CMOS sensors

§ Sensor fusion

§ Interpersonal and problem solving skills

§ Sense of urgency and working well under pressure

§ Excellent communication and documentation skills

Sales Engineer (Rockville, MD)

SALES ENGINEER
The Sales Engineer is part of the sales team in a defined area, responsible for technical
and business requirements discovery, solution design/engineering/consulting, proposal
preparation support and technical presentations to customers for API’s full suite of
products and solutions.
Key Responsibilities
▪ Develop specific sales plans by account in conjunction with the Regional Sales
Manager establishing annual sales goals and budgets for the territory.
▪ Become proficient using API equipment having the ability to demonstrate and promote
key features and technical selling points at customer locations.
▪ Become proficient in using API’s CRM and managing details of customer contacts
within the system.
▪ Develop a personal rapport with customers personnel and key decision makers in the
customers organization. Map out the buying paths for each customer providing
names, positions and contact information for each into CRM.
▪ Call prospective customers at commercial, industrial, or other establishments to
arrange visits and demonstrations.
▪ Provide day-to-day customer sales support in the respective territory. Provide
product, service, or equipment technical and engineering information by answering
questions directly or where beyond technical capability, directing customer’s requests
to the respective Headquarters support personnel.
▪ Gain customers’ confidence by being able to explain and demonstrate how API
equipment can provide process cost reductions and offer productivity improvements
for their business.
▪ Prepare and deliver technical presentations that explain API’s products or services to
existing and prospective customers.
▪ Prepare and deliver customer quotations fulfilling specific customer requirements.
Requirements
▪ Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related science
▪ Sales oriented; a desire to connect with customers and a passion to sell
▪ Exceptional problem-solving skills helping customers with solutions
▪ Willing to travel

Marketing Manager (Rockville, MD)

Automated Precision Inc. (API) is a leading manufacturer of laser measuring and metrology products. Our systems are used in a variety of industries including aerospace, shipbuilding, heavy equipment manufacturing, machine tool, energy and construction verticals. Our products and services offer precision measuring, non-contact surface scanning and the latest in machine tool calibration. API's experienced engineering and operational teams are unmatched in its ability to create advanced, innovative products which meet the needs of rapidly evolving industries. At the corporate headquarters in Rockville, MD we are currently seeking to add to the team a Marketing Manager.

 

Key Responsibilities

· Plan and execute marketing campaigns

· Manage Google Ads, website content, SEO, and lead generation

· Run social media (primarily LinkedIn & YouTube) and content marketing

· Maintain and improve the company website (content, visuals, UX)

· Create marketing material: brochures, datasheets, presentations, videos, webinars

· Develop sales tools (PowerPoint decks, sales scripts, demos)

· Explain highly technical products in plain, customer-friendly language

· Manage trade shows, events, and customer marketing activities

· Write newsletters, articles, press releases, and customer communications

· Use CRM and marketing analytics tools to track performance and ROI

 

Qualifications

· 3+ years of B2B marketing experience (industrial, technical, or engineering products preferred)

· Graphic design experience (Adobe, Canva, or similar)

· Experience managing Google Ads and digital campaigns

· Strong writing and storytelling skills for technical audiences

· Working knowledge of CRM systems and marketing measurement tools

Software Engineer (Rockville, MD)

Software Engineer – Job Description

Automated Precision, Inc is seeking an engineer for software development to support state-of-the-art Laser Measurement Devices and Scanners. The candidate will be responsible for providing substantial technical contributions in a complex, time-sensitive, and safety-conscious working environment. The successful candidate should demonstrate an interest and aptitude for working effectively in dynamic, multi-disciplined teams.

Responsibilities

- Design, develop, and maintain C#/.NET applications and C++ libraries.

- Implement robust interfaces between native C++ modules and managed C# components (e.g., via P/Invoke, C++/CLI, or interop layers).

- Debug, profile, and optimize performance across managed and native boundaries.

- Work with 3D visualization, CAD/geometry, data processing, and real-time hardware interfaces.

- Develop tools and GUIs in C#/.NET (WPF, WinUI, or MAUI) and/or C++/Qt.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

- Contribute to design, documentation and maintain coding standards across all software platforms.

Required Skills

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, or related field.

- 2+ years of experience in software development using both C++ and C#.

- C# / .NET development experience — including async programming, WPF/WinForms, and REST integration.

- Experience with interoperability between managed and unmanaged code (P/Invoke, COM, or C++/CLI).

- Solid understanding of object-oriented design, software architecture, and version control (Git / SVN).

- Experience with Visual Studio and CMake build systems.

- Familiarity with unit testing frameworks (e.g., GoogleTest, xUnit, NUnit).

Preferred / Nice to have

- Strong mathematical fundamentals, including linear algebra and calculus.

- Experience with 3D geometry, graphics APIs such as OpenGL / VTK.

- Familiarity with Python or scripting integration.

- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, or cross-platform builds.

- Exposure to hardware interfacing, real-time systems.

Europe / Germany

You find our vacancies for Germany and Europe in the API Job Portal.

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