Senior Vision & Automation Controls Engineer

Actalent; Kentucky; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Senior Vision Controls Design Engineer to design, program, integrate, and commission machine vision and controls systems for custom automation equipment. The role emphasizes developing advanced vision solutions, integrating with PLCs, robotics, and motion control, and ensuring successful deployment in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

You will work with cross-functional teams to meet performance, budget, and schedule requirements, travel frequently including

Qualifications

• 6+ years designing, programming, and commissioning vision systems or custom machinery.
• Experience with machine vision cameras, lighting, and vision algorithms.
• Electrical and controls design for industrial automation systems.
• PLC programming and PLC integration with vision systems and other automation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop machine vision solutions for automation applications.
• Program, test, and integrate vision systems with PLCs, robotics, and motion control.
• Debug and commission automation systems at customer sites.
• Select vision hardware including cameras, lenses, lighting, and filters.
• Collaborate with project managers, designers, electricians, and customers to deliver projects.

Skills

Vision systems design

PLC integration

Machine vision hardware

Electrical design

Troubleshooting

Customer communication

Robotics integration

Motion control

Travel readiness

CVP certification

AutoCAD Electrical

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Systems/Computer Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Senior Vision Controls Design Engineer to design, program, integrate, and commission machine vision and controls systems for custom automation equipment. The role emphasizes developing advanced vision solutions, integrating with PLCs, robotics, and motion control, and ensuring successful deployment in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

You will work with cross-functional teams to meet performance, budget, and schedule requirements, travel frequently including