Automation Vision Engineer

## Automation Vision Engineer Apply remote type:
On-Site locations:
Grand Rapids time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition :
R-102657
** Job Description*
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* Summary:

** Work closely with engineering teams to deliver high-performance solutions using Epson SCARA robots and vision systems. Focusing heavily on new installations as well as maintaining existing systems and willing to provide day-to-day production support.

Support for manufacturing including internal and external customers by participating in product development, product life cycle management, continuous improvement and VA/VE projects, product and process flow improvements, project management, and corrective and preventive actions. Communicate production and maintenance needs to appropriate departments, as necessary.
** Essential

Duties Include:

*** Configure and program vision systems to support object detection, alignment, and error-proofing within the automation cell.

Lead the integration and optimization of high-precision vision-guided pick-and-place operations.

Troubleshoot and fine-tune robotic and vision systems for maximum reliability and performance.
* Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to complete system validation and meet project deadlines.
* Assist with design, development, and implementation of advanced control systems for automated equipment and industrial processes.
* Provide expert-level technical guidance to ensure successful deployment and transition into production.
* Diagnose and troubleshoot PLC, PC, NC, and CNC control systems to ensure uptime and efficiency.
** Supporting Role:
*** Provide support to manufacturing by evaluating equipment and processes and designing, developing, and implementing improvements. Identification of process/product quality improvement opportunities and implementation.
* Technical and engineering support to manufacturing operations and customers.
* Process support/project management for continuous improvement of critical processes to drive process capability.
* Assist in new product launches, from quote to production, for successful launch and long-term production.
* Communicate effectively with suppliers, manufacturing personnel, and customers, providing technical and engineering support.
* Support lean manufacturing initiatives by participating in events, assisting wherever possible, and following up to ensure that gains are maintained.
* Assist QA in root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
* Create and conduct DOE, perform root cause analysis and process characterization through the use of FMEA’s, risk analysis, and data analysis using statistical techniques.
* Assist in customer and supplier product specification review.
* Assist in maintenance of tooling and machinery including performing routine maintenance activities.
* Continually research new machinery/methods of production to better the organization’s manufacturing processes.
* Drive Kaizen initiatives by working with teams to identify, implement, track, and report.
* Oversee projects assigned to the process engineering team ensuring performance, timing, and cost objectives are met.
* Lead the development and successful execution of Capex projects.
* Serve as a liaison reviewing project expectations and communicating implementation plans and status.
* Other duties as assigned.
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* Qualifications:

*** Advanced proficiency with vision systems.
* 5+ years of experience with robotics in an industrial automation environment. Strong understanding of machine vision, robotic integration, and automation control systems.
* Ability to work independently and take ownership of the final phases of complex automation projects.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and a detail-oriented approach to system performance and reliability.
* Experience in industrial or automotive converting manufacturing desired
* 2D CAD proficiency required, 3D CAD experience desired.
* Knowledge and experience in controls, PLC programming, process automation desired
* Project management experience required.
* Lean Manufacturing experience desired
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* Education:

** Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Controls Engineering or Industrial…