Machine Vision Application Engineer - FLUENT IN OR UNDERSTAND MANDARIN

Job Summary

We are seeking a Machine Vision Application Engineer to support the deployment, delivery, and technical support of our internally developed vision software platform. This role focuses on project delivery, onsite execution, imaging design, and customer-facing technical support, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation in production environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver end-to-end machine vision projects using platforms such as Cognex VisionPro, MVTec HALCON, Keyence, and similar systems.
• Execute full project lifecycle activities including:
  • Requirement analysis
  • Imaging solution design
  • Onsite deployment and validation
  • Production handover and stabilization
• Design and optimize imaging solutions based on application requirements, including:
  • Camera selection (area scan, line scan, color/mono, high-speed, high-resolution)
  • Lens selection and field-of-view calculation
  • Lighting design (bright/dark field coaxial, dome, structured light, etc.)
• Perform and validate the complete imaging workflow: Image acquisition → lighting & optics tuning → verification → readiness for mass production
• Execute onsite system installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Provide customer training for operators, engineers, and maintenance teams.
• Support customers during ramp-up and post-deployment phases to ensure stable production performance.
• Participate in basic project management activities:
  • Task planning and execution tracking
  • Cordination with internal R&D, software, and global support teams
• Document, train materials, and technical handover
• Continuously follow up on deployed systems and drive improvements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience delivering machine vision projects in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Strong experience with one or more of the following: Cognex VisionPro/MVTec HALCON/Keyence vision systems
• Solid understanding of machine vision hardware: Industrial cameras, lenses, and lighting
• Imaging principles, optics, and illumination techniques
• Experience taking vision systems from prototype to production deployment.
• Proficiency in Python and/or C# for scripting or basic application development.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites as required
• Ability to communicate effectively in both Chinese (Mandarin) and English.