Systems Engineer

Seeking an experienced engineer (multi-disciplinary), System Integration and Testing:

• Integrate machine vision LED lighting systems with mechanical fixtures, machine vision cameras and other related and software
• Work with engineers to implement algorithms for image processing and analysis
• Work with electrical and mechanical engineers to test and document new products and product changes.
• Assemble fixtures, modify and replace components, and test features to solve machine vision challenges
• Combine software and hardware to integrate with machine vision cameras and related hardware

R&D:

• Test prototypes of LED lighting fixtures and electronics to validate new concepts and technologies
• Test light fixtures and electronics per-customer specifications
• Test diffusers, lenses, and other optical and industrial lighting components
• Capture camera images and record uniformity and intensity data
• Conduct research on the latest advancements in LED lighting and machine vision technologies.
• Identify new materials or techniques that could be used to enhance new or existing products.
• Optimize lighting systems for various machine vision applications to ensure high performance and reliability.

Collaboration & Documentation:

• Become a technical resource for internal departments or external end-users
• Provide technical support for internal and external end-users
• Work with customers and end-users on quantifying requirements for custom product development
• Collaborate with the engineering team, including software engineers, mechanical engineers, and product managers, to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Document research findings, design specifications, and test results.
• Organize and maintain an engineering lab space(s).

Other / Travel

• Occasional travel for important customer site visits, approximately 1-5 days/per year
• International travel, approximately 5-10 days /per year jobs@advancedillumination.com

Do you have experience in Customer communication?, Do you have a Master’s degree?, * Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Optoelectronics, Computer Engineering, or a related field., * 5 Years experience in an Electrical, Mechanical, or similar/combined engineering field; Electrical focus desired but other disciplines will be considered.

• Experience with technical documentation: electrical schematics, mechanical drawings and user manuals
• Experience with LED systems, machine vision and/or optical systems is a plus.
• Hands-on skills: building and assembling prototypes, building and modifying mechanical test fixtures.
• Basic familiarity with some programming languages: C++, Python, or similar
• Experience with CAD software for designing electronic and mechanical components.
• Familiarity with machine vision software tools and libraries (e.g., OpenCV).
• Familiarity with hands-on PCB soldering, assembly
• Familiarity with product qualification, and technical documentation
• Experience with image processing and machine vision algorithms is a plus.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and with team communication.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Pulled from the full job description

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid holidays
• Flexible schedule, * Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off including Vacation and Personal/Sick days
• Paid Holidays
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Flexible work hours and a collaborative team work environment.

Exaktera brings together world-class brands in lasers, LEDs, and optical systems delivering reliable, high-performance solutions to OEMs and end-users worldwide. In industrial, medical and machine vision markets, our technologies power progress where light matters most. With a global footprint and deep technical expertise, Exaktera provides customers with a single, trusted partner for advanced optical components, systems, and enclosures. Our brands combine decades of engineering excellence with proven application knowledge, ensuring the highest performance, reliability, and value.