Machine Vision Engineer

Kelly® Engineering is supporting a direct-hire opportunity for a Machine Vision Engineer with a well‑established, privately held manufacturer headquartered in the St. Louis area. This organization designs and produces advanced technology‑driven equipment used globally in automotive inspection, service, and measurement environments. With decades of stable growth, in‑house R&D, and a strong engineering culture, the company is known for combining innovation with long‑term product support and manufacturing excellence.

$110,000 - $120,000

This role sits within an R&D engineering team focused on developing next‑generation machine vision products. The Machine Vision Engineer II will contribute to new product development and sustainment activities, with a strong emphasis on vision algorithms, embedded electronics, and software. The position collaborates cross‑functionally with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing teams to bring vision‑based systems from concept through validation and production.

• Contribute to research, concept development, and design of machine vision‑based products
• Develop, implement, and test image processing and vision algorithms
• Design and validate vision‑related electronics at the board level
• Support embedded and application‑level software development
• Enhance and maintain existing vision products as needed
• Assist with development of factory test fixtures and validation tools
• Participate in design reviews, testing, and cross‑functional problem solving

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• 3–5 years of experience developing machine vision systems
• Strong knowledge of image processing, image analysis, pattern recognition, 3D geometry, and metrology algorithms
• Experience with board‑level electronics design (imagers, microcontrollers, PLDs, memory, low‑voltage power, basic analog circuits)
• Embedded software development experience using C/C++
• Experience developing in C/C++ within a Windows environment;
  Visual Studio preferred
• Experience working in a multi‑developer environment using configuration management and defect tracking tools preferred
• Familiarity with specifying or designing vision hardware (cameras, optics, lighting) preferred

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Profit‑sharing plan with employer contribution
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Onsite fitness and recreation facilities

Once you apply, your background will be reviewed by a Kelly Engineering recruiter. If your experience aligns, you’ll move forward in the interview process. Even if this role isn’t the right fit, you’ll remain part of the Kelly Engineering network—opening doors to future opportunities that match your skills and career goals.