Vision Engineer

Calvary Robotics Webster, New York, United States

About this position

Description:

Calvary Robotics is a Global Systems Integrator specializing in custom automated manufacturing systems for a variety of manufacturing industries.   We are seeking a Vison Engineer to support our future growth.  This individual will Design, Program, Debug and Commission vision inspection hardware and software to meet customer and internal specification. 

     

  • Execute projects to budgets and timelines following the culture of on-time delivery to mini-milestones. 
  • Develop robust and cost-effective vision strategies using sound applications of lighting and optics.
  • Perform necessary prototyping of vision application during design to select required vision equipment (camera, lights, lens,      filters, etc.).
  • Provide inputs to the Mechanical Engineering for placement of camera and lighting equipment on the machine. 
  • Collaborate with other members of Controls Engineering team to develop and implement interface of vision systems to        other equipment such as PLCs and Robots. 
  • Contribute towards accurate project progress reporting and keeping Project Trackers up to date for tasks assigned.
  • Contribute to Calvary Action Item System (CAIS) and to accurately records risks, cost saving efforts, and scope management.
  • Serve as a technical support for vision systems.
  • Assist Calvary Application Engineering by performing vision feasibility studies for potential customer applications.
  • Contribute to the upkeep of equipment in Vision Lab.        
  • Train other members of the engineering team to increase the overall skill level of the group.
  • Stay abreast of technological trends in the field of machine vision
Requirements:

 Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, computer science, computer vision and/or other degrees / demonstrated industry experience      

  • Experience selecting/designing vision systems, optics, lighting and other peripherals. 
  • Experience integrating vision systems with industrial devices.
  • High degree of mechanical aptitude and spatial reasoning.
  • Strong grasp of Machine Vision in general
  • Very good  understanding of Metrology Principles and 2D Calibration Technique
  • Solid background in computer programming using C++ , C# ,   VB.net and Statistical Analysis
  • Experience using Cognex Insight, VisionPro, Keyence Vision system, National Instrument   etc… 
  • Experience with 3D vision solutions.
  • Basic   understanding of PLC programming using Allen Bradley Logix platform.