Machine Vision Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology.

Anduril's Manufacturing Automation team is seeking a Machine Vision Engineer to join our team on 2nd Shift. The Manufacturing Automation team is responsible for the design, integration, and deployment of automated manufacturing systems across Anduril factories.

Responsibilities

• System Development: Assist in the design and implementation of machine vision systems for industrial automation, quality inspection, defect detection, and process monitoring.
• Hardware Setup: Help select, test, validate, and maintain core vision components including cameras, lenses, lighting, and controllers.
• Deployment & Support: Participate in the installation, testing, and commissioning of vision systems on production lines under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate inspection systems and receive technical mentorship from senior engineering staff.
• Troubleshooting: Help investigate and resolve vision system errors and process failures using root-cause analysis methods.
• Training Assistance: Assist in training production staff on daily operation, basic troubleshooting, and maintenance of vision equipment.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Robotics, or a related discipline.
• Experience: 2+ years of hands-on experience or academic project work involving machine vision systems or manufacturing environments.
• Vision Platforms: Exposure to or basic familiarity with industrial hardware ecosystems like Cognex, Keyence, Basler, or Sick.
• Programming: Foundational coding skills in Python, C#, or C++.
• Optics Basics: Basic understanding of camera selection, lens optics, lighting techniques, and sensor calibration.
• Automation Exposure: Basic knowledge of how vision systems interface with industrial controls like PLCs and robotics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Libraries & Frameworks: Academic or internship experience with core vision software like OpenCV, PyTorch, or TensorFlow.
• Software Practices: Familiarity with modern development workflows, including Git version control.
• 3D Vision: Exposure to 3D imaging techniques like structured light or stereo vision.
• Smart Manufacturing: Familiarity with factory automation software or IIoT protocols.
• Security Clearance: Possession of an active Secret or Top-Secret security clearance.

Benefits Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including comprehensive, competitive benefits packages.