Robotics Vision Engineer

Peak Technologies, Inc.; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Robotic Vision Engineer in Flint, Michigan. The role requires expertise in configuring and supporting vision systems for robotic automation, involving direct on-site work. The engineer will directly work with various camera technologies and Fanuc robotic platforms to ensure optimal system performance.

The ideal candidate will have experience in vision-guided applications and strong communication skills, along with the ability to travel for customer site installations. A degree in a related engineering field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with vision‑guided robotic applications, including part picking, placement, and inspection.
• Proficiency in working with Fanuc robots and associated vision integration.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Configure and support vision‑guided robotic systems for part handling and inspection applications.
• Integrate vision systems with Fanuc robotic platforms.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to vision hardware and software.

Skills

Vision-guided robotic applications

Fanuc robot integration

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Robotics, or Mechatronics Engineering

AIA certification

Tools

Fusion 360

PLC controls

Job description

Automation Intelligence, 6181 Taylor Drive, Flint, Michigan, United States of America

Automation Intelligence, a Peak Technologies company, Robotic Vision Engineer is responsible for configuring and supporting vision systems integrated with robotic automation for part picking, placing, and inspection. This role involves on-site work at customer locations and includes installation, calibration, troubleshooting, and operation of vision‑guided robotic systems. The engineer works with a variety of camera technologies and robotic platforms and must be comfortable working independently or as part of a team. Travel and shift work are required.

Key Accountabilities

• Configure and support vision‑guided robotic systems for part handling and inspection applications.
• Work directly with Keyence, Photoneo, and Matrox camera systems to set up and maintain machine vision capabilities.
• Integrate vision systems with Fanuc robotic platforms, ensuring accurate calibration and reliable performance.
• Support installation, testing, and validation of systems at customer sites.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to vision hardware, software, and robotic integration.
• Collaborate with team members and customers to ensure successful system deployment and operation.
• Maintain a professional presence and communication with customers during on‑site support.
• Comply with shift schedules and travel requirements to support operations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned within area of expertise.

Education + Experience + Key Traits

• Experience with vision‑guided robotic applications, including part picking, placement, and inspection.
• Proficiency in working with Fanuc robots and associated vision integration.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively with engineering and customer teams.
• Strong communication skills and professional customer engagement.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to customer sites.
• Availability for shift‑based work.
• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Robotics, or Mechatronics Engineering (preferred).
• AIA (Automated Imaging Association) certification (preferred).
• Knowledge of Fusion 360 for mechanical modeling or layout (preferred).
• Familiarity with PLC controls and automation system integration (preferred).

Typical Performance Targets

• SERVICE DELIVERY: Sustained, measured excellence in project & process delivery
• COST TO SERVE: Sustained, measured excellence in delivery efficiency with expected continuous improvement
• INNOVATION: Step changed delivery in safety, quality, and/or cost

Language Skills

• Primary language used in daily operations is English. Additional primary company languages include Spanish, French, and Dutch.
• Read and interpret documents, procedure manuals and various correspondence from both internal and external.
• Speak effectively, both individually and before groups of both external customers and/or various levels of employees within the organization.

Supervision

• Role does not require supervision of direct and indirect reports.

Decision Making + Reasoning

• Able to take accountability and responsibility for business target delivery and decision making.
• Possess a unique blend of business and technical savvy, a big‑picture vision, and the drive to make that vision a reality.

Physical Requirements

Stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk or hear, and lift up to 25 lbs.

Peak Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression.