Automation Machine Vision Engineer at DEKA Research and Development

DEKA Research & Development, located in Manchester, NH, is seeking an Automation Machine Vision Engineer to join our industrial automation team developing vision inspection systems for medical device manufacturing. This role will collaborate with both our automation team and DEKA's robotic perception group to ensure product quality and manufacturing excellence.How you will make an impact as an Automation Machine Vision Engineer:Design and maintain machine vision systems for detecting anomalies in manufactured medical devices including dimensional measurement, surface inspection, assembly verification, and seal integritySelect and specify cameras, lenses, and lighting configurations for diverse inspection challengesIntegrate vision systems with Allen-Bradley PLCs and manufacturing automation equipment Apply both contrast-based and learning-based detection methods to solve inspection challengesDevelop Python scripts and tools for data analysis and process improvement Support manufacturing sites and machine builders through regional travel (5-10%)Advance vision capabilities through collaboration with DEKA's robotic perception groupTo be successful in this role, you will need the following skills:B.S. in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent work experienceRemote and hybrid work not available, must be able to work on-site 5 days a weekMinimum 3 years of hands-on experience with industrial machine vision systemsProficiency with Keyence vision systems (Cognex experience is a plus)Strong understanding of optical component selection and lighting principlesPython or other scripting language proficiencyExperience integrating vision with PLCs and automation equipmentDemonstrated ability to rapidly prototype and validate solutions under time-critical constraintsStrong data-driven problem-solving and troubleshooting abilitiesWillingness to travel regionally (5-10%)Clear technical documentation and communication skillsPreferred Qualifications:FDA-regulated medical device manufacturing experienceStatistical process controlMultiple vision platform experienceDeep learning frameworks for vision applicationsBackground in optics or imaging scienceAbout DEKA:One hour from the beach, Boston, and the mountains, the historic Amoskeag Millyard once housed the largest textile mills in the world. It is now home to DEKA Research & Development, where we are taking the same innovation and cutting-edge technology into the modern age.Behind DEKA's brick walls sits a team of professionals who strive to make a difference every day through thoughtful engineering, design, and manufacturing. Here at DEKA, some of the most innovative and life-changing products of our time are created, and new ideas are always welcome and explored.