Senior Solutions Engineer MV and Automation
Peak Technologies
Full-time
Remote
United States
Automation
- Minimum of 8+ years of experience in machine vision applications and large-scale control systems.
- Integrate machine vision platforms (e.g., Cognex, SICK, Matrox) with existing PLC systems.
- Proficient in programming PLCs and HMIs from scratch (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Ignition).
- Collaborate with project management during design, calibration, testing, and deployment phases.
- Deep understanding of control system timelines and integration processes; able to coordinate multiple technicians and programmers across jobs and locations efficiently.
- Proven ability to develop innovative solutions and lead complex projects to successful completion.
- Comfortable managing multi-site projects with staged rollouts.
- Thrive in a results-driven, entrepreneurial environment.
Pre-Sales and Generalist focus to Include:
- Partner with the sales team to develop and execute winning technology strategies, including machine vision feasibility assessments.
- Design competitive solutions that meet customer requirements, including automated visual inspection and traceability systems.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with sales teams and key customer stakeholders.
- Promote the full portfolio of technology solutions and services.
Specialist and Post-Sales focus:
- Partner with the sales team to develop and execute winning technology strategies, including machine vision feasibility assessments.
- Design competitive solutions that meet customer requirements, including automated visual inspection and traceability systems.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with sales teams and key customer stakeholders.
- Promote the full portfolio of technology solutions and services.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Select appropriate cameras, lenses, lighting, and filters for specific applications.
- Collaborate with mechanical and electrical teams to ensure proper installation and protection of vision hardware.
- Maintain vision system documentation, including inspection logic, image samples, and performance metrics.
- Solve problems proactively and provide actionable recommendations.
- Execute tasks based on established or newly developed processes.
- Demonstrate curiosity, active listening, and attention to detail.
- Manage multiple complex projects and interruptions with ease.
- Exhibit strong work ethic, energy, and organizational skills.
- Take full ownership of time and task management.
- Apply analytical and critical thinking skills to summarize data and drive decisions.
- Communicate effectively across diverse teams and cultures.
- Remain calm and professional under pressure.
- Travel may exceed 50%.
EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE + KEY TRAITS:
- Experience with machine vision software (e.g., Cognex VisionPro, In-Sight Explorer, Keyence, Scorpion).
- Familiarity with image processing techniques (e.g., edge detection, pattern matching, blob analysis, color filtering).
- Experience with common programming and scripting languages as applicable to MV and automation.
- Ability to read and understand technical drawings.
- Strong understanding of lighting techniques and optical principles.
- Certifications such as Cognex Certified Vision Professional are a plus.
- Rockwell Certified Programmer; Ignition 8.1 Gold Certified (preferred but not required).
- ABET-accredited four-year degree in Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical (preferred but not required).
- PE in Control Systems (preferred but not required).
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
- Strong time management, multitasking, and decision-making skills.
- Self-directed, proactive, and adaptable.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
- Primary language used in daily operations is English.
- Read and interpret documents, procedure manuals and various correspondence from both internal and external.
- Speak effectively, both individually and before groups of both external customers and/or various levels of employees within the organization.
SUPERVISION:
This role does not include supervisory responsibilities. However, you may be responsible for delegating tasks to other project resources on large projects.
DECISION MAKING + REASONING:
Able to take accountability and responsibility for projects and initiatives assigned.