Global Vision Engineer - Hands-On & Leadership

Lear Corporation

Michigan

On-site

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Lear Corporation seeks a Senior Vision Engineer to drive machine vision, deep learning vision applications, and system integration across global manufacturing locations. You will lead full lifecycle projects—concept through launch—while combining software development expertise with hands-on installation experience.

Ideal candidates bring strong Python and VPDL experience, plus familiarity with Vision Pro and Cognex VisionPro.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, Robotics, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in machine vision, industrial automation, or manufacturing engineering.
Strong programming experience in Python.
Experience with Vision Pro Deep Learning (VPDL) and/or Cognex VisionPro applications.
Experience configuring and programming industrial cameras, optics, lighting systems, and vision hardware.
Experience creating, labeling, validating, and maintaining machine vision datasets.
Experience integrating vision systems with PLCs, industrial PCs, robots, and manufacturing equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot complete machine vision solutions from hardware through software.
Willingness and ability to perform hands-on installation and commissioning work in manufacturing facilities.
Ability to travel globally up to 50%.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and deploy machine vision solutions for manufacturing and quality inspection processes.
Develop vision applications using Vision Pro, VPDL, and other deep-learning platforms.
Build, label, validate, and maintain large image datasets for AI models.
Install, commission, and support vision systems on plant floors.
Lead system commissioning, startup activities, and customer acceptance testing.
Mentor and train junior engineers and technicians.