Automation and Vision System Engineer

TRIGO; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quality solutions provider in Greenville, SC is seeking an Automation and Vision System Engineer. In this role, you'll design and maintain automated inspection systems in automotive environments. Key responsibilities include collaborating with engineering teams, troubleshooting systems, and preparing technical documentation. Candidates should have 5-7 years of experience with automation technologies and a degree in a relevant field. The position emphasizes strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently under tight timelines.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of hands-on experience with automation, machine vision, or industrial controls.
• Experience in automotive, electronics, or medical manufacturing preferred.
• Proven expertise in system integration and CAD or 3D modeling experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design automated inspection solutions for automotive environments.
• Support customers with digital reporting and data extraction.
• Prepare technical documentation including SOPs and maintenance instructions.

Skills

Machine vision proficiency

Industrial sensors knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Ability to work independently

Education

Degree in Automation or related field

Certification for robotics

Tools

Keyence

Cognex

Omron

Job description

Overview

TRIGO Global Quality Solutions is seeking an Automation and Vision System Engineer in Greenville, SC.

Overall Purpose

Design, integrate, troubleshoot, and maintain automated inspection solutions, including sensors, machine vision systems, cameras, lighting, and custom fixtures used in automotive environments. This role supports TRIGO's mission to deliver world-class quality inspection, containment, and engineering services by deploying technology that enhances accuracy, traceability, repeatability, and efficiency.

May Report to

Director, Operational Excellence USA

Responsibilities

• Work with engineering, operations, and customer stakeholders to define requirements and deliver turnkey inspection solutions.
• Support customers with digital reporting, data extraction, and integration into QMS environments.

Operations

• Support quality inspection teams with automated solutions that improve throughput and accuracy.
• Analyze inspection data to identify trends, recurring defects, and improvement opportunities.
• Train TRIGO inspectors, technicians, on system operation and best practices.

Organization & Management

• Prepare technical documentation including system layouts, wiring diagrams, SOPs, and maintenance instructions.
• Provide onsite and remote support to resolve issues with sensors, automation hardware, software, power, communications, or mechanical setups.
• Perform system testing, calibration, preventative maintenance, and capability validation (Gage R&R, correlation checks, etc.).

Technical

• Design, install, configure, and support automated inspection systems including machine vision cameras (e.g., Keyence, Cognex, Omron) and sensors (laser, proximity, 3D, displacement, color, thermal); robotics used for inspection or part handling.
• Develop and optimize camera programs for defect detection, dimensional measurement, assembly verification, and surface inspection.
• Select appropriate lenses, lighting, filters, and mounting hardware to ensure inspection performance.
• Troubleshoot and fine-tune vision algorithms to minimize false positives/negatives.

Other

• Any other duties as assigned

Hard Skills

• Proficiency with machine vision platforms (Keyence, Cognex, Omron; Banner-specific systems can be tailored for clients).
• Strong knowledge of industrial sensors, PLCs, HMIs, motion control, and industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, ProfiNet, Modbus).
• Ability to read electrical/mechanical drawings and build/modify wiring, mounting, and system components.
• Familiarity with GD&T, quality tools, and statistical analysis (SPC, Gage R&R).
• Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis capability.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently on customer sites and under tight timelines.
• Hands-on, "roll-up-your-sleeves" mindset consistent with TRIGO's culture.

Values and attitudes

• Global team spirit
• Team player
• Caring for people
• Open-minded
• Reactive
• Resilient to pressure
• Rigorous
• Client oriented
• Reliable & trustworthy
• Flexible

Initiative

• Autonomous
• Daring

Overall recommendations

• 5-7 years of hands-on experience with automation, machine vision, or industrial controls (technician or engineer level depending on experience), and camera and quality measurement technologies.
• Experience in automotive, electronics, medical devices, or other manufacturing sectors preferred.
• Proven expertise in system integration, ensuring seamless connectivity between hardware, software, data systems, etc.
• CAD or 3D modeling experience is an asset.

Education background

• Diploma or Degree in Automation, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Certification for robotics would be an asset.

About TRIGO Global Quality Solutions

Founded in 1997, TRIGO is a multinational company providing operational Quality Management solutions for the manufacturing sector, especially in the automotive and aerospace industries. With a team of more than ten thousand professionals present in 20+ countries across 4 continents, TRIGO offers a comprehensive portfolio of Quality Assurance services ranging from inspection to expert auditing, consulting and training.

The unrivaled expertise, industrial mindset and extensive global footprint that TRIGO has built up over the last 3 decades has made TRIGO the leading quality solutions provider using the latest innovative and reliable digital systems and standard processes, delivering results in the most demanding industries. TRIGO has recently started to expand its clientele by offering quality services to the medical, chemical and food industries.

TRIGO Global Quality Solutions is committed to the core values of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to treating people fairly, and with respect and dignity. We offer employment opportunities based upon an individual's qualifications and performance, free from discrimination or harassment because of race, ancestry, place of origin, ethnic origin, color, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, and disability.

TRIGO appreciates receiving all expression of interest; however, only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.