Fictiv Exists to Enable Hardware Innovators to Build Better Products, Faster
Fictiv exists to help product innovators create.
Fictiv is a global manufacturing and supply chain company that enables organizations to scale globally across Fictiv’s four global manufacturing centers in India, Mexico, China, and the U.S.. Companies use Fictiv to access high-quality production, optimize supply chain logistics, and mitigate supply chain risk—ensuring they can move from prototype to full-scale manufacturing with speed and confidence. To date, Fictiv has delivered more than 35 million commercial and prototype parts for industries such as aerospace, robotics, automotive, climate tech, and more, helping them innovate faster, free up precious resources, and drive profitable growth.
Job Title
Engineering Content Creator & Influencer (Technical Storytelling)
Location: Remote (United States)
Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt
Department: Marketing (PR & Marketing)
Reports To: Manager, Content Marketing
Travel: Up to 40% (U.S. and international)
About the Role
At Fictiv, we’re redefining how the world imagines, designs, and manufactures complex mechanical parts used in life-saving medical devices, advanced robotics, satellites, and electric vehicles.
We’re looking for an Engineering Content Creator & Influencer with approximately five years of experience to serve as a credible, visible technical voice for modern manufacturing. This role blends real engineering knowledge with compelling storytelling, translating complex concepts into clear, engaging content for engineers, product designers, and technical decision-makers.
This is a hands-on, individual contributor role with meaningful visibility. You’ll be on camera, in the field, and working closely with engineers, product teams, and executives to tell authentic stories about how things are designed and made.
What You’ll Do
- Serve as the on-camera host and technical voice for Fictiv’s original content, including interviews, explainers, and feature stories
- Research, write, and produce technically rigorous content on topics such as:
- Digital manufacturing
- Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
- Prototyping and production processes
- Supply chain agility and sustainability
- Emerging manufacturing technologies
- Collaborate with engineering, product, and executive leaders to develop thought leadership content rooted in technical accuracy and real-world experience
- Translate complex engineering concepts into clear, engaging narratives for both technical and non-technical audiences
- Manage content end-to-end, including concept development, technical review, filming coordination, and final delivery
- Adapt quickly to shifting priorities in a fast-moving, growth-oriented environment
- Travel to customer sites, partner facilities, and industry events to capture real-world manufacturing stories
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field
- Approximately 5 years of experience creating technical content, which may include:
- Video content
- Technical articles, guides, or eBooks
- Social or educational engineering content
- Engineering teardowns, build-ups, or demonstrations
- Strong ability to explain technical concepts clearly and accurately
- Comfort working on camera and representing a company publicly
- Experience collaborating with engineers, product teams, or technical stakeholders
- Familiarity with tools such as:
- Google Workspace
- Slack
- Asana
- CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks)
- LLMs and AI-assisted content tools
- Working knowledge of AP or Chicago style writing standards
- Creativity, curiosity, and a genuine interest in how things are designed and manufactured
Nice to Have
- Experience in manufacturing, hardware, or industrial technology environments
- A public-facing content portfolio (video, articles, talks, or similar)
- Experience interviewing engineers or industry leaders
Compensation
- Base salary: $110,000 – $135,000 USD, depending on experience and location
- Variable compensation: $10,000 – $20,000 USD annually, based on impact and execution
- Total compensation is primarily base-driven, with variable compensation tied to content delivery, quality, engagement, and cross-functional impact
Why Join Fictiv
- Combine engineering expertise with creative storytelling at global scale
- Be part of a company shaping the future of manufacturing and supply chains
- Work closely with engineers, product leaders, and industry innovators
- High-visibility role with clear opportunities for growth and expanded impact
- Competitive benefits, equity, paid time off, and support for travel and content production
About Fictiv
Fictiv is transforming how the next rockets, self-driving cars, and life-saving robots are designed, developed, and delivered to customers around the world. People who succeed at Fictiv are talented, creative, and driven to achieve professional excellence and support our vision to help product innovators create.
We’re actively seeking teammates who:
- Bring diverse perspectives and experience to our culture and company.
- Excel at being part of a strong, empathetic team.
- Thrive in an environment emphasizing respect, honesty, collaboration, and growth.
- Have an ‘always learning’ mindset that celebrates learning, not just wins.
- Help us continue to build a world-class organization that values the contributions of all of our teammates
We encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, members of the LGBTQ community, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans.
Top Skills
Fictiv San Francisco, California, USA Office
168 Welsh St, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94107
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