Robotics & Vision Engineer Field Applications (Early ...

CONFIDENTIAL OPPORTUNITY Robotics & Vision Engineer - Field Applications (Early Career) Location: Research Triangle Park, NC (U.S.-based role) Compensation: Starting at $70,000+ base (commensurate with experience) + ~10% bonus Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire Travel: Approximately 20-50% Relocation Assistance: Available Work Authorization: U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (no sponsorship) Interested in Robotics but Early in Your Career? This is a hands-on, growth-oriented opportunity for engineers who want to build real-world experience with industrial robots and vision systems, not sit behind a desk or support legacy products. A confidential global industrial technology organization is expanding its Robotics & Vision product category and is seeking an early-career Robotics & Vision Engineer to support OEMs, system integrators, and advanced manufacturing customers across the U.S. You will join this product line early in its lifecycle and help shape how robotics and vision technologies are applied, supported, and trusted in real industrial environments. Why This Role Is Different Entry-level by design (0-3 years targeted) Hands-on exposure to real industrial robots and vision systems Direct collaboration with Product Management, R&D, Sales, and global factory teams Strong engineering culture focused on learning, ownership, and technical growth Backed by a stable, global organization with long-term runway This is not a maintenance role. This is not legacy product support. This is a chance to grow alongside a robotics business from the ground up. Your Role As a Field Applications Engineer - Robotics & Vision, you will: Support customers applying robotics, vision, and control technologies Work with OEM machine builders and system integrators Assist with system setup, testing, troubleshooting, and demonstrations Grow into a trusted technical resource for this product category You are not expected to know everything on day one. Training, mentorship, and hands-on exposure are part of the role. Must-Have Exposure SCARA robots 2D vision systems Robot controllers Programming experience (any language) Power electronics exposure Nice to Have Collaborative robots (cobots) 6-axis industrial robots 3D vision systems Industrial networking Strong Plus Vision-guided robotics applications Robot simulation software Open architecture / CODESYS Safety systems System integration, commissioning, or on-site support experience Who Should Apply Early-career engineers curious about robotics and automation Candidates with robotics or vision exposure through internships, co-ops, labs, or senior projects Engineers who enjoy hands-on mechanical and electrical systems Those who want to build a robotics career, not just support one Background Profile B.S. in Engineering (Electrical, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or similar) 0-3 years of relevant experience Hands-on experience with programming, testing, installing, or integrating systems Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with 50% employer match, FSAs, EAP, and additional voluntary benefits. This position is confidential. Company details will be shared during initial discussions.

Created: 2026-03-04