Mechatronics R&D Engineer | Python, AI & Computer Vision

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an R&D Engineer specializing in software development, computer vision, machine learning, and mechatronic systems for an on-site Dallas role. The position focuses on turning concepts into deployed monitoring and detection systems using cameras, embedded sensors, and AI/ML models.

You will collaborate with mechanical engineers, build scalable software, and contribute to documentation and field validation. Travel is possible as projects expand.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a relevant engineering discipline
• 3+ years in engineering, R&D, product development, or software development
• Professional software development experience beyond academia
• Strong programming experience, preferably Python
• Exposure to AI/ML, computer vision, or image processing
• Experience using Git/GitHub or similar version-control
• Ability to work independently as requirements evolve
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to work onsite in Dallas during training/ramp-up
• US work authorization without sponsorship
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, debug, and maintain software for data collection, image processing, and equipment monitoring
• Support computer vision and ML initiatives involving cameras and sensor data
• Build and improve applications using Python and modern development tools
• Collaborate with external software partners and establish development best practices
• Create user interfaces with React/Node.js and related technologies
• Integrate software with cameras, sensors, electronics, and mechanical equipment
• Collect, filter, analyze, and troubleshoot sensor and visual data
• Participate in prototype development, lab testing, and field testing
• Contribute to documentation, version control, and product development plans
• Partner with mechanical engineers to bring new industrial products to market
• Assist with product installations and field validation as solutions move to production
• Use CAD tools to review/update models and drawings

Skills

Python programming

Strong problem solving

Technical communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related

Tools

Git/GitHub

CAD tools (Creo/SolidWorks/AutoCAD)

Job description

R&D Engineer, Computer Vision & Mechatronics

Work Arrangement: Onsite M-F

Employment Type: Full-time, Direct Hire

Salary: $95,000 to $100,000 annually

Travel: Domestic and international travel may be required

The Opportunity

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with an established industrial technology organization in Dallas to hire an R&D Engineer specializing in software development, computer vision, machine learning, and mechatronic systems.

This is not a traditional mechanical engineering position. The organization is expanding its capabilities in intelligent industrial equipment and needs an engineer who can bring strong software expertise to a primarily mechanical engineering environment.

The R&D Engineer will work on innovative monitoring and detection systems that combine cameras, embedded sensors, AI/ML models, electronics, and industrial equipment. Current initiatives include camera-based technology that detects missing equipment components and embedded sensor solutions that alert operators when a potential failure occurs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a curious, hands-on engineer who enjoys building new technology, working through unclear requirements, and taking ownership of complex problems from concept through testing and implementation.

What You'll Do

• Develop, test, debug, and maintain software used for data collection, image processing, analysis, and equipment monitoring
• Support computer vision and machine learning initiatives involving cameras, sensor data, CNNs, and Vision Transformers
• Build and improve applications using Python and other modern development technologies
• Collaborate with external software partners to review deliverables, guide technical direction, and establish development best practices
• Help create user interfaces and software tools using technologies such as React, ReactJS, or Node.js
• Integrate software with cameras, embedded sensors, electronics, and electro-mechanical equipment
• Collect, filter, analyze, and troubleshoot sensor and visual data
• Participate in prototype development, lab testing, design experiments, and field testing
• Contribute to technical documentation, version control, code reviews, and product development plans
• Partner with mechanical engineers and other technical stakeholders to bring new industrial products to market
• Assist with product installations and field validation as solutions move into production
• Use CAD tools as needed to review or update models, assemblies, and engineering drawings

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• At least three years of professional engineering, R&D, product development, or software development experience
• Professional software development experience beyond academic projects
• Strong programming experience, preferably with Python
• Exposure to artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, or image processing
• Experience using Git, GitHub, or a comparable version-control platform
• Ability to work independently and move projects forward when requirements are still evolving
• Strong problem-solving, technical communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to work onsite in Dallas during the initial training and ramp-up period
• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for field testing and product installations

Preferred Experience

• React, ReactJS, Node.js, or full-stack development
• Camera systems and visual-data processing
• Convolutional Neural Networks or Vision Transformers
• Embedded systems, electronics, IoT, or sensor integration
• Sensor-data collection, filtering, analysis, and troubleshooting
• Industrial automation, robotics, manufacturing, construction equipment, or mining technology
• CAD experience with Creo, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, NX, or a similar platform
• Design of experiments, prototype testing, lab testing, or field validation

Who Will Be Successful

The strongest candidate will be a builder and problem solver who enjoys learning new technologies and figuring out solutions without waiting for a detailed roadmap.

You may be a good fit if you:

• Enjoy experimenting with software, sensors, electronics, or cameras
• Can translate software concepts for mechanical and business stakeholders
• Are comfortable working in an emerging technology environment
• Take initiative and follow problems through to resolution
• Can evaluate third-party software and provide thoughtful technical direction
• Want to become a key software resource within a growing engineering organization

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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