Machine Vision Engineer

Job Title: Machine Vision EngineerIndustry: ManufacturingLocation: Painted Post, NYPay Rate: $40.64 to $43.38/hrClient OverviewThis role is with a large global manufacturer of specialty materials and technology, based at a manufacturing site in Painted Post, New York. You'd be joining a process engineering team focused on developing and improving the optical and computer vision based measurement systems used on the production floor, working across development, quality, IT, purchasing, and operations groups to bring new inspection and measurement technology into full manufacturing use.Top 3 SkillsComputer vision system development, including optics, cameras, and image analysisImage processing algorithms such as blob analysis, edge detection, and feature extractionProgramming for vision systems in C# and PythonWhat You'll DoDevelop and implement optical and computer vision based measurement and instrumentation systemsWork with development, quality, IT, purchasing, and operations teams to define project needsTransfer new technology from early development into production ready systemsManage supplier relationships for key technologies, including scopes of work, quotes, purchase orders, and invoice approvalDesign experiments and analyze data to improve measurement systems and production processesCreate and update technical documentation, including machine specifications, operating procedures, and drawing packagesTrain engineering, maintenance, and operations staff on measurement system use and upkeepProvide remote and onsite troubleshooting using performance data from installed systemsWhat We Need From YouBachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Physics, Optics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field3 or more years of hands on experience with machine vision or metrology equipmentExperience in computer vision system development, including optics, lighting, cameras, image acquisition, and image analysisWorking knowledge of image processing algorithms such as blob analysis, edge detection, morphology, and feature extractionMust be a U.S. citizen or Green Card holderPreferred/BonusExperience with image processing software such as Halcon, Matrox Inspector, NI Vision, Cognex, Keyence, or the Matlab image processing toolboxExperience with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorchExperience with PLCs and control systemsBackground in process engineering, including design of experiments and statistical process improvementExperience integrating motion control on imaging platformsFamiliarity with high performance computing systemsAbout ElevaitElevait Solutions was founded by veterans who believe that how you treat people is the only thing that actually matters in this industry. We're a team that stays in your corner before, during, and after placement. We show up for the communities we work in, we tell you the truth, and we work hard to make sure every placement is a good fit for both sides. If that sounds like the kind of team you want behind you, we'd like to talk.In accordance with New York pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is $40.64 to $43.38/hr. Final pay is based on experience and qualifications.Buzzwords: vision, optics, imaging, camera, cameras, metrology, measurement, instrumentation, inspection, blob, edge, morphology, feature, extraction, classification, python, csharp, machine, learning, AI, CNN, TensorFlow, PyTorch, PLC, motion, control, DSP, signal, processing, engineer, engineering, manufacturing, troubleshooting, documentationTop 3 LinkedIn Job TitlesMachine Vision EngineerComputer Vision EngineerMetrology EngineerInternal Market RecapPay Positioning: $40.64 to $43.38/hr is on the lower end for machine vision/computer vision engineering roles requiring a technical degree plus 3+ years of hands-on optics and imaging experience; comparable roles in this specialty typically run $45 to $60/hr depending on region, especially with C#/Python and ML/CNN exposure required. This is a headwind for the req and worth flagging internally.Competitive Landscape: Machine vision/metrology engineering is a niche specialty with a small, well-connected talent pool. Competing postings from other manufacturers and vision system integrators in this space are limited but tend to offer higher rates or full-time salaried positions rather than contract, which puts pressure on this opportunity.Contractor vs. FTE Trends: This specialty skews toward direct-hire in the broader market; contract engagements for this level of technical specialization can be a harder sell unless framed around extension potential, cutting edge technology exposure, or a path to conversion.Selling Points to Lead With: Hands-on work with cutting edge optical/computer vision systems and ML/AI integration (CNNs), on-site cube/office provided (not a shared or remote-only setup), and direct exposure to a large-scale manufacturing environment that strengthens a resume for future vision systems roles.Candidate Profile: Physics, optics, or electrical/mechanical engineering background, 3+ years hands-on with vision/imaging hardware and software, comfortable coding in C# and Python, likely has some exposure to at least one commercial vision software package (Cognex, Keyence, NI Vision, etc.) even if not deeply specialized in it.Sourcing Channels: LinkedIn Recruiter targeting machine vision, computer vision, and metrology engineer titles nationally given the niche skillset; university physics/optics/ECE programs and alumni networks near major optics hubs; vision systems industry groups and forums (Cognex/Keyence user communities, machine vision trade associations).Boolean Search String(vision AND (machine OR computer)) AND (metrology OR measurement OR instrumentation OR inspection) AND (optics OR optical OR imaging OR camera OR cameras) AND (blob OR edge AND (detection OR finding) OR morphology OR feature AND extraction OR classification) AND (python OR csharp OR "c sharp" OR "visual studio") AND (machine AND learning OR AI OR CNN OR CNNs OR TensorFlow OR PyTorch) AND (Halcon OR Cognex OR Keyence OR "NI Vision" OR Matrox OR Matlab) AND (PLC OR PLCs OR motion AND control OR "design of experiments" OR DOE)