Machine Vision Engineer, Manufacturing Automation
About this role
Engineers who enjoy building physical systems and working directly on factory floors will find a strong fit with this manufacturing automation group at Anduril Industries. The team designs, integrates, and deploys automated systems across company factories, focusing heavily on national-scale production capabilities. This specific role centers on machine vision systems for industrial automation, quality inspection, and defect detection while operating on the second shift.
The incoming engineer will select hardware, set up cameras and lighting, participate in production line deployments, and receive technical mentorship from senior engineering staff. The position exists to scale manufacturing capabilities for defense technology hardware through robust computer vision and automated inspection pipelines. Ideal candidates bring foundational programming skills, familiarity with industrial hardware, and a practical approach to troubleshooting factory floor challenges.
What you will do
- Assist in the design and implementation of machine vision systems for industrial automation, quality inspection, defect detection, and process monitoring.
- Help select, test, validate, and maintain core vision components including cameras, lenses, lighting, and controllers.
- Participate in the installation, testing, and commissioning of vision systems on production lines under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate inspection systems and receive technical mentorship from senior engineering staff.
- Help investigate and resolve vision system errors and process failures using root-cause analysis methods.
- Assist in training production staff on daily operation, basic troubleshooting, and maintenance of vision equipment.
What you need
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Robotics, or a related discipline.
- Bring at least 2 years of hands-on experience or academic project work involving machine vision systems or manufacturing environments.
- Demonstrate exposure to or basic familiarity with industrial hardware ecosystems like Cognex, Keyence, Basler, or Sick.
- Possess foundational coding skills in Python, C#, or C++.
- Have a basic understanding of camera selection, lens optics, lighting techniques, and sensor calibration.
- Display basic knowledge of how vision systems interface with industrial controls like PLCs and robotics.
Nice to have
- Academic or internship experience with core vision software like OpenCV, PyTorch, or TensorFlow
- Familiarity with modern development workflows, including Git version control
- Exposure to 3D imaging techniques like structured light or stereo vision
- Familiarity with factory automation software or IIoT protocols
- Possession of an active Secret or Top-Secret security clearance
Benefits
- Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees
- Support in health, recovery, and whatever comes next
- Highly competitive equity grants included in the majority of full-time offers
Skills and tech stack
Questions candidates ask
What shift does this role work on?
This position requires joining the team on the 2nd shift. You will work directly on factory operations to support manufacturing automation.
What is the salary range for the position?
The estimated salary range for this role is $115,000 to $171,000 USD, which is inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offers may vary based on work experience, education, training, critical skills, and business considerations.
What kind of equity and benefits are included?
Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers as part of the total compensation package. Additionally, the company offers top-tier benefits designed to support you in health, recovery, and beyond at little to no cost.
The application is on the official Anduril Industries careers page.
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