Machine Vision Specialist

About the role

The Engineer I, Automation - Machine Vision Specialist role is an opportunity to join a successful, growing, employee-owned automation company. This role focuses on designing and commissioning inspection solutions that enhance quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and implement machine vision inspection systems and automation controls to improve quality, efficiency, and safety.
• Apply engineering principles and advanced vision technologies to develop inspection solutions that reduce manual intervention and support robust production performance.
• Collaborate with project managers, controls engineers, and production teams to ensure seamless integration of vision systems, compliance with standards, and customer satisfaction.
• Provide support for project execution, working closely with the Pieper team and customers.
• Follow best practices and the "Pieper Automation Way" in design, programming, and project documentation.
• Support feasibility studies and trials to validate machine vision inspection concepts before full project execution.
• Troubleshoot and solve technical problems related to image quality, device connectivity, and inspection performance.

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Up to two years of experience in industrial automation and/or training preferred.
• Positive safety attitude and personal integrity.
• Communication skills and technical writing skills.
• Knowledge of Automation Design process, including reading and comprehending automation equipment manuals and electrical schematics.
• Ability to troubleshoot controls hardware/wiring and provide solutions.
• Desire to learn and grow personally and professionally.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Vision System Development, including hardware selection, design, optics, and lighting geometry.
• Experience with Vision Software Programming, including Vision Tools, component communications, and data exchange.
• Understanding of PLC Programming and Operator Interface Programming.
• Knowledge of Motion Control, including VFDs, servo drives, and robotics.
• Experience with Machine Safety and IT Networks.
• Desire to complete personal development plans for self.

Skills

• Positive safety attitude and personal integrity.
• Communication skills and technical writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and fulfill job requirements in a timely manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, CoPilot, etc.
• Understanding of Automation Design process and ability to read and comprehend automation equipment manuals and electrical schematics.
• Ability to troubleshoot controls hardware/wiring and provide solutions.
• Desire to learn and grow personally and professionally.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

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Schedule

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