Vision Systems Engineer

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of machine vision programming, optical/electrical/mechanical design, camera programming logic.
• This position is hands on engineering, and requires aptitude in the following areas:
• Electrical – Designing the vision system’s electrical integration into an automated cell
• Programming – Writing programs using the camera manufacturer’s software interface as well as some object-orientated programming
• Mechanical – Designing the mounting of the cameras and lights into a machine or cell, knowledge of SolidWorks is a plus
• Optical – Designing the optical path and selecting the appropriate cameras, lensing, and lighting for the application
• Industrial controls (PLC) & Ethernet Communications – knowledge of industrial controls is a plus
• BSEE or related field OR 3-5 years of industry experience
• Generating and documenting vision feasibility studies both in the lab and in the field
• System Architecture including investigating new approaches to vision related challenges
• Reviewing general specifications and scope of work documents
• Design requirements that include establishing optical designs, generating system mechanical layouts, generating a sequence of operations and camera logic
• Material responsibilities include specifying vision material, & writing bills-of-materials for equipment ordering
• Overseeing camera installation and debugging
• Launch and standby support
• Complete system documentation

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and in a team atmosphere
• Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from CEC Controlsis required