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# Senior Vision Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Abbott
- **Location:** Witney, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Vision, C Sharp (Programming Language), Computer Programming, OpenCV, Visual Systems, Pytorch, Allen-Bradley Factory Automation Equipment
- **Published:** July 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://abbott.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/abbottcareers/job/United-Kingdom---Witney/Senior-Vision-Systems-Engineer_31156510

## About the Role

To be successful, you will need a formal qualification such as a HNC, HND or degree in a relevant Engineering/Scientific discipline. You will bring a breadth of experience and proven track record integrating Vision Systems and Automated inspection solutions, ideally using Cognex and Keyence, programming in C / C# and knowledge of code readers is required. Control system skills in either Siemens S7 or Allen Bradley PLC platforms would be beneficial but not a prerequisite. Experience with vision libraries and frameworks such as OpenCV or PyTorch would be a nice to have.

You will also need to be able to demonstrate a track record of accomplishing your objectives, working proactively, and managing your own time effectively. As we operate in a highly regulated industry, you must be able to demonstrate the ability to follow procedures and create accurate documents.

## Description

The role of the Vision Engineer is to support our test strip and biosensor manufacturing processes. Provide an innovative approach to problem solving and stay abreast of current development in vision systems technology to ensure the most effective solutions are applied to problems. Collaborating with engineering colleagues across manufacturing and R+D, you will be involved in all aspects of vision systems projects from scoping the initial requirements, generating the proposal and specification through to the design, development and installation of the solutions across our automated manufacturing equipment.

The job holder will also be responsible for developing and promoting a Machine Vision strategy for the department. They will advise on the latest industry trends, methodologies, and emerging applications as well as lead on sourcing and supplier selection.


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