Senior Machine Vision Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Lead feasibility studies and rapid prototyping to establish suitable measurement approaches, defining and building experimental setups and quantifying performance
• Specify and optimize imaging optics and capture configurations (camera/sensor selection, lens choice, working distance, FOV/DOF tradeoffs)
• Engineer illumination solutions to maximize target visibility and stability by controlling illumination geometry, wavelength, and optical filtering strategies
• Create tools for algorithm testing, image quality evaluation, and regression testing
• Develop software using OpenCV and one or more of: C, C++, C#, and/or MATLAB/Simulink; translate prototypes into deployable pipelines

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Degree in Physics, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer or Software Engineering with 7-10 years of experience in the design, development and launch of vision products.
• Machine vision optics (imaging system design, lens/camera selection, calibration fundamentals)
• Optimization of illumination and filtering techniques for surface contrast enhancement across different material texture, finish and topography (geometry/wavelength/filters; glare/reflection management, contrast optimization)
• Digital image analysis techniques and algorithms for inspection and measurement
• Ability to design and build real time systems using one or more of the following: object-oriented programming, OpenCV, MATLAB, Simulink, C, C++, C# or Linux
• Knowledge of data and signal processing and analysis
• Experience with software such as Excel, Minitab and PowerPoint

Desired Attributes

• Proven strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Able to create, collaborate and work within team environments
• Innovative with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Self-starter showing front to back ownership and sense of urgency

PREFERRED

• Familiarity with GPU, SOM and SOC platforms
• Experience in implementation of DIC based solutions
• Experience specifying/procuring vision components (cameras, lenses, lighting, controllers, optical filters) and validating end-to-end performance
• Familiarity with material testing systems

Working Conditions

Office & Laboratory environment with little, if any, exposure to adverse conditions.

Reporting Relationship

Reports to Technical Engineering Manager.

Compensation Information

This position has a starting salary range of $140,000-$160,000 per year. Pay is determined by several factors, including a candidate’s experience, relevant skills, and qualifications.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer.