Automation and Machine Vision Engineer

Uniting Holding; Town of Belgium (WI); On-site; USD 79,926 - 108,471; Full time

Job summary

Catalyx in Belgium seeks an Automation and Machine Vision Engineer to design, develop, and deploy advanced machine vision and automation systems for industrial projects. You will collaborate with engineering teams, vendors, and customers to ensure hardware and software meet specifications and production readiness.

The role involves defining project scopes, preparing BOMs, wiring and mechanical design, PLC programming (Siemens preferred), and supporting installation and commissioning across sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial or Computer Engineering.
• Availability to work evening and weekend hours or varying work patterns.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Define the scope of machine vision projects with customers and sales.
• Design, specify, and bill of materials for automation and vision systems.
• Develop electrical and mechanical solutions for automation projects.
• Program, test, and troubleshoot PLCs (Siemens preferred).
• Work with industrial robots and cobots and troubleshoot.
• Ensure designs meet Catalyx and industry standards and are production-ready.
• Oversee development, testing, and installation phases.
• Serve as the primary technical contact for automation design.
• Collaborate with vendors to select components and stay updated on new tech.

Skills

Industrial automation design

Robot guidance experience

Machine vision platforms Cognex/Keyenc

Electrical/Mechanical design

Multilingual English/Dutch/French

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial/Computer Engineering

Tools

Cognex

Keyence

Halcon

OpenCV

TensorFlow

SolidWorks

E‑plan

Job description

Catalyx is seeking an Automation and Machine Vision Engineer to join our team in Belgium.

Who We Are

Catalyx is a leader in industrial automation solutions, delivering innovative and efficient systems tailored to our clients' needs. We are seeking a highly skilled Machine Vision Systems Engineer to play a pivotal role in the design, development, and implementation of advanced machine vision systems.

The Role

As an Automation Engineer, you will be at the front end of the design, development, and deployment of custom machine vision systems within industrial automation projects. You will be responsible for ensuring these systems meet all technical specifications, adhere to industry standards, and satisfy customer requirements. This role requires close collaboration with engineering teams, vendors, and customers to deliver high‑quality, production‑ready solutions.

Responsibilities

• Work with customers and sales leadership to define the scope of machine vision projects.
• Conceptualize, design, and confirm technical specifications and bills of material for automation & machine vision systems.
• Design and develop electrical and mechanical solutions for automation projects.
• Program, test, and troubleshoot PLCs (Siemens preferred).
• Work with industrial robots and cobots (Fanuc, Franka) – programming and troubleshooting.
• Provide oversight for equipment assessment, ordering, and verification, ensuring that final hardware and software meet customer needs.
• Ensure that designs align with Catalyx and industry standards and meet all specified requirements.
• Oversee and support the development, testing, and installation phases, ensuring systems are production‑ready and meet design specifications.
• Serve as the primary technical contact for automation design, providing guidance in risk evaluation and technical matters.
• Be part of our SLA support team, working in a rotating weekly schedule to assist our customers.
• Meet with vendors to confirm component selection and stay informed on new technologies in machine vision and automation systems.
• Analyse existing procedures, suggest improvements, and support the creation of design and technical documentation.
• Occasionally develop and troubleshoot machine vision systems (Cognex).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial or Computer Engineering from an accredited institution (vision component preferred).
• Availability to work evening and weekend hours or varying work patterns depending on project needs or service duty.
• Availability to travel domestically and internationally.

Required Skills

• Proven experience in designing and developing machine automation systems within industrial automation (robot guidance experience is a plus) – Siemens, Fanuc, Franka.
• Experience with existing Machine Vision Platforms such as Cognex, Keyence, Halcon, OpenCV or Tensorflow (Cognex platform preferred).
• Strong understanding and knowledge of electrical and mechanical design (Solidworks, E‑plan).
• Experience implementing projects in a regulated/validated environment is desired.
• Understanding and knowledge of computer vision solutions and principles.
• Fluent in English, Dutch and/or French. Ideally have a knowledge of German.

Why Join Catalyx?

At Catalyx we understand that our people are our greatest asset. For this reason and many others, we take care of them. The team at Catalyx benefits from a Total Rewards package that includes great personal benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Catalyx is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued, respected, and supported. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background, and strive to create a welcoming environment for everyone.

At Catalyx, we are committed to attracting the best global talent. We proudly support our international employees by offering assistance with critical skills visa applications for eligible candidates.