Senior Vision Systems Engineer; Clinton, PA

We are constantly looking to add to our core talent. If you are seeking a career that is challenging and rewarding, a work environment that is diverse and dynamic, look no further - Haemonetics is your employer of choice.

Senior Automation Controls & Vision Engineer will play a critical role in designing, developing, integrating, and optimizing advanced automation and vision-based inspection systems across the Global Manufacturing Supply Chain. This position operates within the Automation Engineering department and collaborates closely with R&D, manufacturing, quality, and software engineering teams to ensure reliable deployment of vision-enabled automation for defect detection and high-quality manufacturing performance.

The position will be located onsite in Clinton, PA. Preference will be provided to local candidates or candidates indicating they will be relocating within a commutable distance. Please note that this role while onsite in Clinton, PA will require some travel (approx. 25% Domestic or International).

• Lead integration of machine vision systems leveraging technologies from Cognex, Keyence, Teledyne, SICK, Fanuc, KUKA, Dalsa, and other industry vendors into automated manufacturing processes for defect detection and quality control.
• Configure and optimize machine vision setups, including lighting, positioning, vibration control, reflections, and lens selection, to maximize inspection reliability.
• Develop and refine image-processing algorithms to identify, classify, and analyze manufacturing defects.

• Design, program, test, and deploy automation control solutions with a strong emphasis on Allen Bradley PLCs (Control Logix, Compact Logix, Factory Talk, etc.).
• Develop HMI interfaces, safety interlocks, communication networks, and integrated control architectures supporting automation and vision‑inspection functions.
• Troubleshoot and improve electrical control systems, control panel hardware, and machine performance.

• Preferred:
  Program, integrate, and troubleshoot Epson and ABB robots for automated handling, inspection, and machine‑tending applications.
• Partner with manufacturing engineering teams to integrate robots with PLCs, vision systems, and custom tooling.

• Evaluate automation and vision system performance to reduce defects, improve throughput, and increase equipment reliability.
• Support Industry 4.0 and IoT initiatives to enable connected, data‑driven manufacturing systems.

• Manage relationships with vision system vendors and automation equipment suppliers, including evaluating new technologies and supporting hardware/software upgrades.
• Collaborate with R&D, quality, software engineering, and manufacturing teams to align technical solutions with production requirements.

• Create and maintain technical documentation such as equipment specifications, test protocols, system requirements, procedures, drawings, and SOPs.
• Support development of engineering standards for custom automated manufacturing equipment.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Required (Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field);
  Master's Degree preferred.
• 5+ years in automation controls or vision system engineering, including vision‑based defect detection and integration of major vision platforms.
• Strong proficiency in Allen Bradley PLC programming.
• Hands‑on experience with vision system setup (lighting, vibration, positioning, lensing, reflection reduction, etc.).
• Programming experience in C++ or Python for automation or vision applications.
• Proven ability to lead automation or vision system projects from concept through deployment.

• Experience with Epson and/or ABB robot programming.
• Medical device manufacturing experience.
• Experience with automated vision inspection and scanning hardware/software.
• Knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, and relevant safety regulations.
• Strong skills in root‑cause analysis and technical/validation document writing.
• Ability to manage multiple…