Vision Systems Engineer

Laitram LLC; Harahan (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Laitram Machinery is seeking an engineer to join the Vision Solutions team, focusing on automating and advancing intelligent industrial machines for the food processing industry. The role emphasizes R&D and innovation, with opportunities for international exposure and career growth.

The candidate will design, test, and deploy AI-enabled CV/robotics applications, and collaborate with a global team on advanced control systems and industrial solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience applying automation and control concepts in industrial settings.
• Practical understanding of AI/ML applications in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of computer vision systems and robotics integration.

Responsibilities

• Design, test and deploy applications that combine computer vision, robotics and artificial intelligence.
• Develop algorithms for quality control, segmentation, object detection and other industrial tasks.
• Analyze data and develop training sets for AI algorithms.
• Troubleshoot, document, and debug software for controls systems (cameras, lasers, encoders, actuators, valves, scales, pumps, motors).
• Design and maintain industrial systems that integrate 3rd party components with intelligent software.
• Create user documentation and training materials for engineers, customers, and end-users.
• Provide remote and on-site troubleshooting of control systems and interfaces.
• Complete projects to quality standards, on time, and within budget.
• Interface with a global team of professionals.

Skills

Automation

Robotics

Computer Vision

Artificial Intelligence

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Engineer to join our Vision Solutions team. This role is ideal for a professional with a strong foundation in automation, robotics, computer vision, and artificial intelligence. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing intelligent industrial machines for the food processing industry, with a strong emphasis on R&D and innovation. Laitram Machinery offers an unparalleled opportunity for those who want to work for an established, yet consistently growing company, with opportunities for international exposure, continuous improvement, and career advancement. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our Careers website.

Responsibilities

• Design, test and deploy applications that combine computer vision, robotics and artificial intelligence.
• Develop innovative algorithms for quality control, segmentation, object detection and other common industrial applications.
• Analyze data and develop training sets for artificial intelligence algorithms.
• Independently troubleshoot, document, and debug software for controls systems including field devices such as cameras, lasers, encoders, actuators, valves, scales, pumps, motors, etc.
• Design and maintain industrial systems that integrate 3rd party components with intelligent, robust software.
• Create documentation and training materials for all potential users including engineers, customers, and end-users.
• Provide remote and on-site (in-plant) troubleshooting of control systems and their interfaces.
• Complete assigned projects to quality standards, on time, and within budget.
• Interface with a global team of like-minded professionals.