Optical Metrology/Machine Vision Engineer

Desired Experience/Skills: Experience with image processing development packages such as Halcon, Matrox Inspector, NI Vision, Cognex, Keyence, or Matlab image processing toolbox. Work with a variety of cross functional groups (Development, Quality, IT, Purchasing, Operations) to define, develop and implement optical and computer vision-based measurement and instrumentation systems.

On Site - Painted Post NY Erwin plant

Eligibility Requirement:
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or Green Card holders

Day to Day Responsibilities:
Work with a variety of cross functional groups (Development, Quality, IT, Purchasing, Operations) to define, develop and implement optical and computer vision-based measurement and instrumentation systems.
Transfer technology from early-stage development to a product suitable for use in manufacturing.
Leverage external suppliers for key technologies or core competencies such as system integration.
Define Scopes of Work, competitively quote when appropriate, issue Purchase Orders, track supplier work and approve invoices.
Design experiments and analyze data to identify and implement improvements to measurement systems or production processes.
Create/update documentation for release to production including Machine Specifications, operating procedures and drawing packages.
You will also be responsible for training engineering, maintenance and operations in how to use and maintain measurement systems.
Provide remote and onsite troubleshooting using data and performance analysis of the installed systems.

Required Education & Experience:
BS, MS or PhD in Physics, Optics, ME, ECE or EE plus a minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience with machine vision metrology equipment.
Training or hands-on experience with vision systems is required.

Required Experience/Skills:
3+ years of experience in Computer vision system development (optics, lighting, cameras, image acquisition, image analysis, laser, 3D measurement)
Fundamental knowledge of physical optics (principles of optics)
Knowledge of image processing algorithms (blob analysis, edge finding, morphology, feature extraction, classification, metrology)
Microsoft Visual Studio programming (C# and Python strongly preferred)
Experience with machine learning and AI technologies, including CNNs.
Systems Engineering and integration
Digital Signal Processing
Experience with electrical/optical/mechanical installations, including system checkout and troubleshooting
Strong communication and presentation skills (MS Office programs)
Data retrieval, plotting and analysis (primarily using Microsoft Excel)
Desired Experience/Skills:
Experience with image processing development packages such as Halcon, Matrox Inspector, NI Vision, Cognex, Keyence, or Matlab image processing toolbox
Experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries, such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
Control systems (PLCs)
Process engineering knowledge. Experienced with design of experiments, statistical analysis and process improvement
Experience with Metrology, Inspection and Product Quality in support of manufacturing
Motion Control ability to integrate motion on imaging platforms
Computing Familiar with high performance computing systems
Soft Skills:
Ability to interact effectively with customers & coworkers as well as work independently.
Effective communication
You will need to be results oriented, a quick learner and be able to multi-task effectively.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.