Machine Vision Specialist

Key Outcomes

• Deliver machine vision inspection solutions that meet scope, schedule, and budget expectations, resulting in positive customer feedback and follow-on opportunities.
• Improve repeatability of vision projects by contributing to standard templates, documentation, and the “Pieper Automation Way” for vision design and commissioning.
• Increase technical proficiency in vision hardware/software, lighting/optics, and PLC-to-vision communications through a documented development plan and targeted training.
• Strengthen troubleshooting capability to resolve image quality, connectivity, and performance issues efficiently during test and startup.
• Support safe execution in shop and field work through consistent hazard recognition, JHA participation, and adherence to required safety training.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Applications & Project Execution & Working In the Business
• Provide support for project execution, collaborating with the Pieper team and customers.
• Follow best practices and the “Pieper Automation Way” — especially in design, programming, and project documentation.
• Demonstrate a pattern of success on projects with positive customer feedback leading to additional work opportunities.
• Work with Project Managers to track and manage project cost/performance, execute projects on time and within budget.
• Assist with reviewing project scopes, recommending technical solutions, generating estimates and proposals in area of expertise.
• Aid in concept development, quoting, and proposal writing for machine vision inspection solutions.
• Provide technical support for programming, configuration, testing, field installation and commissioning of projects.
• Lead programming efforts within vision systems (and related PLC interfaces) when assigned; support startup activities for vision inspection systems.
• Collaborate with panel shop, machine shop, electrical designers, and mechanical teams as needed to deliver machine vision inspection solutions.
• Coordinate parts acquisition and collaborate with panel shop, machine shop, electrical designers, and mechanical teams as needed to deliver machine vision inspection solutions.
• Support feasibility studies and trials to validate machine vision inspection concepts prior to full project execution.
• Troubleshoot and solve technical problems within areas of experience.
• Follow internal processes for time and cost management: forecasting, time entry, expense reports, maximizing billable work.
• Branch Initiatives & Working On the Business
• Support EOS program by actively participating in L10s and completing meaningful quarterly rocks.
• Perform internal projects, focusing on Operational Excellence and continuous improvement.
• Develop standards and processes to streamline engineering practices — the “Pieper Automation Way”.
• Aid in team development by mentoring, training others, creating training plans, vendor interface, etc.
• Personal Development Activities
• Create an Employee Development Plan and meet with supervisor quarterly to review progress.
• Create and track progress of SMART goals focused on technical, personal and/or professional development.
• Plan and achieve target hours for Continuing Education.
• Complete manufacturer and internal training as needed to support machine vision technologies and tools (online, hands-on, and project shadowing).
• Safety / Hazard Recognition & Elimination
• Pre-plan and identify the methods to eliminate hazards daily by work task (JHA).
• Execute skill in observing habits and hazards of others and bringing it to their attention (BBS).
• Uphold safety as the most important value of our company.
• Support goal of achieving zero accidents.
• Promote and encourage open communication regarding all safety concerns, suggestions, improvements, and PPE needed.
• Complete safety training as expected by all company personnel.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Typically up to two years of experience in industrial automation and/or training preferred.
• This position requires a decisive worker that follows direction with a passion for hands-on work and a strong drive for customer satisfaction.
• Must have a desire to work in a team-based environment and contribute immediately.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the following:
• Positive safety attitude and personal integrity — both are non-negotiable.
• Communication skills and technical writing skills.
• Friendly, professional demeanor, ability to follow through on tasks.
• Work independently to meet deadlines and budgets, work on multiple jobs simultaneously, and fulfill all job requirements in a timely fashion.
• Effectively utilize Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, CoPilot, etc.
• Effectively utilize Engineering tools — Laptops, VMWare, Remote access devices, Network settings, etc.
• Understand Automation Design process — Ability to read and comprehend automation equipment manuals and electrical schematics.
• Interact with customers and a drive for customer satisfaction.
• Create Functional Specifications.
• Perform field verification, construction support, field commissioning and project reviews.
• Understand wiring practices and electrical fieldwork.
• Be willing and capable of completing personal development plans for self.
• Demonstrate desire to learn and grow personally and professionally.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of one or more of the following and general knowledge of the others:
• Vision System Development — Hardware Selection, Design, Optics and Lighting Geometry.
• Vision Software Programming — Vision Tools, Component Communications, Data Exchange.
• PLC Programming Operator Interface Programming Motion Control — VFDs, Servo drives, etc.
• Robotics Machine Safety IT Networks — Configuration and Security Computer Programming using various languages Process Control Use of Artificial Intelligence Ability to troubleshoot controls hardware/wiring and provide solutions Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Physical Requirements
• Office environment requiring sitting and standing.
• Travel to various customer sites for initial site assessments, system optimization, and commissioning.
• Reliable transportation is required.