Associate Vision Engineer

At Mikron we are committed to delivering the best assembly systems and all needed services throughout your product's entire life cycle. With our extensive engineering know-how, complex process expertise, scalable platforms and lifelong support we are driving lasting success for your business.

With more than 4,000 assembly and test systems in use worldwide, our team of over 800 qualified employees have unique process expertise and the rigor for complex project management in a wide range of industries. Mikron experts will work closely with you to design an automated assembly system that meets your unique, industry-specific processes, whether for high-volume, medium-volume or lab-scale production. Mikron's standard systems are scalable and customizable to meet your current needs and adapt to future production requirements, without the need for costly and extensive future upgrades.

The Associate Vision Engineer role at Mikron Automation is ideal for early-career professionals eager to contribute to the development of scalable, high-performance automation platforms. You'll work alongside experienced engineers to develop and refine custom assembly solutions that support life-saving pharmaceutical and medical technologies, as well as the automotive and consumer goods industries.  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

• Product Knowledge – Develop foundational understanding of Mikron products, platforms, and engineering standards through training and hands-on experience.
• Design - Assist in the design and integration of automation components, systems, or software under the guidance of experienced engineers and team leads. 
• Fine-Tune & Testing - Participate in system testing, troubleshooting, and debug activities during development, build, and commissioning phases.
• Customer & Project Interaction - Attend internal and customer-facing meetings, design reviews, and acceptance tests to understand requirements and contribute to project success under the direction of project managers.
• Tools & Systems - Utilize engineering tools and systems (e.g., CAD, PDM, PLC/HMI software, vision platforms) to support design, documentation, and testing.
• Documentation & Standards - Create and maintain engineering documentation (e.g., drawings, BOMs, specifications) in accordance with project and company standards.
• Compliance & Safety - Follow all safety protocols, engineering and industry standards, and company policies in daily work activities.
• Support & Flexibility - Provide support across project phases including sales and applications, design, build, validation, installation, and post-installation service. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, Knowledge, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 0+ years of professional experience in machine vision or industrial automation preferred.
• Familiar with machine vision concepts, lighting, and lens selection.
• Familiar with basic image processing and inspection principles.
• Exposure to vision platforms (e.g., Cognex In-Sight, Keyence).
• Familiar with vision system commissioning and basic tuning.
• Exposure to programming logic and scripting tools.
• Familiar with mechanical integration of vision hardware.

Additional Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States, have a valid state driver license and be eligible to obtain a passport for international travel
• Ability to fluently speak, read and write in English. 
• Must be able to travel or work flexible hours as required for project deliverables.
• Mikron Corporation Denver is a drug free working environment.
• Must be able to work on-site at least three days per week at Mikron Automation's facility. Remote work may be permitted for up to two days per week, subject to project requirements and team alignment.

Company Offered Benefits

• PTO
• 10 paid holidays (1-2 floating holidays depending on start date)
• Pet Insurance
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & ADD
• FSA, HSA
• Eligible for Straight Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with matching up to 5%, immediately vested
• Tuition and Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Professional Growth Opportunities

 *This job will close on 12/08/2025 all applications accepted through 12/08/2025*