ZSG · 1 month ago
Computer Vision Hardware Engineer
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$130K/yr - $155K/yr
3+ years expZSG is a company focused on designing advanced computer and machine vision systems. The Computer Vision Hardware Engineer will be responsible for designing and implementing hardware solutions to enhance imaging for automated inspection in manufacturing environments.
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Responsibilities
Design and configure camera, lens, filter, and lighting setups to achieve robust imaging for manufacturing inspection tasks
Conduct illumination analysis to maximize feature visibility and minimize image artifacts, using advanced techniques (e.g., backlights, dome lights, ring lights)
Select and validate cameras and image sensors (CMOS, CCD) tailored to resolution, sensitivity, and speed requirements
Design mechanical mounts, brackets, and enclosures for cameras, lenses, and lighting to ensure stable, repeatable imaging performance in a brownfield manufacturing environment
Create engineering-exact documents, layouts, and schematics using SolidWorks or comparable engineering drawing software
Collaborate with PS Vision Engineers, IT controls engineers, and manufacturing plant personnel to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software
Manage external contractors and vendors to scope, fabricate, and install cameras, lighting, and mounting solutions
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and optimize system performance by addressing issues such as inconsistent lighting, improper focus, or sensor misconfiguration
Lead and provide technical support during field installations, commissioning, and optimization of camera and lighting systems
Establish hardware configuration standards, documentation, and best practices for repeatable deployments
Develop and standardize maintenance schedules for camera and lighting systems to ensure peak performance, and coordinate with manufacturing leadership to drive consistent execution
Develop and maintain automated systems to monitor camera and lighting performance, with defined thresholds and alerts to ensure timely corrective action and sustained peak performance
Maintain awareness of emerging technologies in imaging hardware and illumination techniques to continually advance system capability
Qualification
Required
Design and configure camera, lens, filter, and lighting setups to achieve robust imaging for manufacturing inspection tasks
Conduct illumination analysis to maximize feature visibility and minimize image artifacts, using advanced techniques (e.g., backlights, dome lights, ring lights)
Select and validate cameras and image sensors (CMOS, CCD) tailored to resolution, sensitivity, and speed requirements
Design mechanical mounts, brackets, and enclosures for cameras, lenses, and lighting to ensure stable, repeatable imaging performance in a brownfield manufacturing environment
Create engineering-exact documents, layouts, and schematics using SolidWorks or comparable engineering drawing software
Collaborate with PS Vision Engineers, IT controls engineers, and manufacturing plant personnel to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software
Manage external contractors and vendors to scope, fabricate, and install cameras, lighting, and mounting solutions
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and optimize system performance by addressing issues such as inconsistent lighting, improper focus, or sensor misconfiguration
Lead and provide technical support during field installations, commissioning, and optimization of camera and lighting systems
Establish hardware configuration standards, documentation, and best practices for repeatable deployments
Develop and standardize maintenance schedules for camera and lighting systems to ensure peak performance, and coordinate with manufacturing leadership to drive consistent execution
Develop and maintain automated systems to monitor camera and lighting performance, with defined thresholds and alerts to ensure timely corrective action and sustained peak performance
Maintain awareness of emerging technologies in imaging hardware and illumination techniques to continually advance system capability
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, Computer Vision, or related fields with a minimum of 3 years of relevant industrial experience (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 8 years of relevant engineering experience)
Hands-on expertise with machine vision cameras, lenses, filters, and lighting equipment
Familiarity with illumination design techniques for reflective, textured, or curved surfaces
Proficiency in SolidWorks or other engineering drawing software for producing precise system documentation
Mechanical engineering skills for designing mounts, fixtures, and enclosures in brownfield environments
Experience deploying and tuning camera and lighting solutions in industrial or manufacturing environments
Strong understanding of imaging principles, optics, and sensor characteristics
Ability to work collaboratively with software engineers and data scientists to align imaging hardware with machine learning requirements
Experience troubleshooting and optimizing vision hardware in field
Demonstrated ability to coordinate and manage contractors for installation and fabrication of vision hardware solutions
Company
ZSG
ZSG is an employment agency that provides professional and executive searches to recruit the right candidates.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
John Zambito
President & Founder
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