Lead Vision Systems Engineer - Automation & Imaging

ZP Group; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Piper Companies is seeking a Vision Systems Engineer to join a cutting-edge automation and manufacturing technology organization in Raleigh, NC. This permanent onsite role focuses on advancing machine vision through software development, data analysis, and system optimization.

The engineer will design Python-based applications, troubleshoot imaging hardware, and collaborate across engineering and operations to drive continuous improvement in fast-paced production environments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working with machine vision systems, computer vision applications, or industrial imaging technologies.
• Strong Python programming skills with the ability to independently develop and modify software solutions.
• Experience utilizing OpenCV or similar image processing and computer vision frameworks.
• Hands-on knowledge of machine vision cameras, lens configuration, image acquisition, and hardware troubleshooting.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams and translate data into actionable business insights.

Responsibilities

• Assess and optimize existing vision systems, identifying opportunities to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Design, develop, and maintain Python-based applications that interact with imaging hardware and support automated inspection processes.
• Gather, organize, and evaluate operational data to uncover trends and deliver recommendations for future enhancements.
• Troubleshoot machine vision hardware, cameras, optics, and network connectivity issues in production and field environments.
• Partner with engineering, operations, and technical teams to support innovation initiatives and system deployments.

Skills

Python

OpenCV

Machine vision

Image processing

Data analysis

Hardware troubleshooting

Tools

OpenCV

Job description

Piper Companies is seeking a Vision Systems Engineer to join a cutting-edge automation and manufacturing technology organization in Raleigh, NC. This permanent onsite role focuses on advancing machine vision through software development, data analysis, and system optimization.

The engineer will design Python-based applications, troubleshoot imaging hardware, and collaborate across engineering and operations to drive continuous improvement in fast-paced production environments.