Robotics & Vision Engineer- Field Applications

Applications Engineer - Robotics/Vision

Robotics & Vision Engineer- Field Applications.

Company

Our client is a global technology organization expanding its Robotics & Vision product category within the industrial automation space.

This role supports a strategic growth initiative focused on industrial robotics, vision systems, and intelligent automation solutions for OEMs, system integrators, and advanced manufacturing customers across the U.S.

This is an opportunity to join a team early in the lifecycle of a new product category and help shape how robotics and vision solutions are applied, supported, and trusted in real-world applications.

Why They Value and Appreciate Their Employees

This organization invests in engineers who want to build real systems, grow technically, and take ownership .

• Exposure to a new and expanding robotics & vision portfolio
• Direct interaction with Product Management, R&D, Sales, and global factory teams
• Strong engineering culture with hands-on responsibility
• Long-term stability backed by a global organization
• Comprehensive benefits package supporting health, financial well-being, and work-life balance
• Environment that rewards curiosity, learning, and initiative

Your Role with the Company

This is a customer-facing Field Application Engineer role supporting the company’s Robot & Vision product line .

You will work closely with OEM machine builders, system integrators, and strategic key accounts , helping them confidently apply robotics, vision, and control technologies to solve high-value industrial problems.

You are not expected to know everything on day one…however, you must bring strong fundamentals, hands-on capability, and genuine interest in robotics and vision . Success comes from growing into a trusted technical resource for this product category.

Must Have -

• Customer Facing Personality & Excellent Comm. Skills
• SCARA robots Exposure
• 2D vision systems
• Robot controllers
• Programming experience in any language
• Power electronics exposure

Nice to Have

• Collaborative robots
• 6-Axis industrial robots
• 3D vision systems
• Industrial networking

Would Be a Very Big Plus

• Vision-guided robotics applications
• Robot simulation software
• Open architecture / CODESYS
• Safety systems
• System integration, commissioning, and on-site support
• Exposure to industrial robots and vision systems

What Makes Someone Successful Here

This role is intentionally scoped for early-career engineers (0–3 years) to align with budget, growth stage, and long-term development goals.

You will thrive if you bring:

• Strong software fundamentals
• Hands-on mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Exposure to industrial robotics and/or vision through work, internships, co-ops, or academic projects
• A genuine, demonstrable interest in robotics and vision applications
• Curiosity, initiative, and follow-through

Background Profile

• B.S. in Engineering (Electrical, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or similar)
• 0–3 years of relevant experience
• Hands-on experience in programming, testing, installing, or integrating systems

Additional Job Details

• Role Type : Full-time, direct hire
• Experience Level : Early-career (0–3 years targeted)
• Travel : Approximately 20–50%
• Location : U.S. based
• Benefits : Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, FSAs, EAP, and additional voluntary benefits

Why This Role Is Different

This is not a maintenance role…
This is not a legacy product support role…

This is a chance to grow alongside a robotics & vision business from the ground up , gain real application experience, and build a long-term technical career in industrial automation with meaningful runway.

Additional Job Details

Salary Range: $70K – $90K (Plus10% bonus)

Type of Role: Direct Hire

Travel Required: 20–50%

Relocation Assistance: Yes

Visa Sponsorship: US Citizen, Green Card and TN Visa

401(k): 50% employer match on employee contributions up