At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the development and integration of machine vision systems for automated manufacturing.
- Company: Join Abbott Laboratories, a leader in healthcare innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, private healthcare, and flexible benefits tailored to you.
- Other info: Participate in fun initiatives like yoga and community gardening.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in biosensor innovation and high-speed manufacturing.
- Qualifications: Experience in industrial automation and machine vision systems is essential.
Join Abbott at our Witney Centre of Excellence, where we lead the way in biosensor innovation and high-volume manufacturing. With strong business growth and cutting-edge product development, we have an incredible opportunity for a Vision Engineer to join our Operations Engineering Group and make a significant impact across our manufacturing area.
As a Senior Vision Systems Engineer, you'll take ownership of specifying, sourcing, installing, and commissioning machine vision solutions for high-speed automated manufacturing equipment. You'll work closely with automation engineers and suppliers to ensure robust, reliable inspection systems that meet production demands. This is a hands-on role where you'll combine practical engineering skills with vision system expertise to deliver solutions from concept through to production.
Key Responsibilities:
- Specify and select vision hardware and software for automated inspection systems.
- Lead installation, setup, and tuning of vision systems on high-speed automated equipment.
- Develop and optimise vision programs (Cognex, Keyence advantageous) for reliability, yield, performance etc.
- Collaborate with machine builders, automation/control engineers, and suppliers to integrate vision systems.
- Troubleshoot and resolve vision related issues in production environments.
- Maintain awareness of upcoming vision technologies and recommend improvements.
About You:
- Background in industrial automation, machine building, or maintenance engineering with vision system experience.
- Proven experience integrating machine vision systems into automated equipment.
- Familiarity with Cognex and/or Keyence platforms; ability to write and optimize vision programs.
- Basic PLC knowledge (Siemens S7 or Allen Bradley/Rockwell) beneficial.
- Practical problem solving skills and ability to work in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
- Formal qualification (Recognised apprenticeship/HNC/HND/Degree) in Engineering or related discipline.
- Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment (e.g., medical devices, pharmaceuticals, aerospace or similar).
- Comfortable with change control processes and validation of system changes.
- Ability to create accurate documentation and follow established procedures to meet regulatory requirements.
- Familiarity with GxP or GMP principles and their application.
What We Offer:
- Career Growth: Become a valued member of a highly skilled Engineering team working with state-of-the-art automation in a fast-growing area of our business.
- Benefits: Competitive salary and highly attractive benefits package, including a defined-contribution pension scheme, share ownership scheme, private healthcare, life assurance, and a flexible benefits scheme tailored to your needs.
- Lifestyle: Participate in optional initiatives like onsite allotments, couch to 5k campaigns, bee keeping, yoga, and more.
Vision Systems Engineer in Oxford employer: Abbott
Abbott is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture in Oxford that fosters professional growth and development. With competitive salaries, private healthcare, and a robust pension scheme, employees are well-supported both personally and professionally. The opportunity to engage in meaningful work while receiving comprehensive training ensures that our team members thrive in their roles and contribute to impactful projects.
