Robotics & Vision Engineer- Field Applications

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Robotics & Vision Field Applications Engineer for a top Global Technology Organization in Research Triangle Park (RTP), NC.

This is a high-visibility, customer-facing role designed for an early-career engineer to join a strategic growth initiative focused on a new Robotics & Vision product category. You will serve as a technical bridge between Global R&D and North American customers—including OEM machine builders and system integrators. This position is ideal for a "hands-on" engineer with strong fundamentals in SCARA robotics and vision systems who wants to transition from theoretical knowledge to real-world industrial application.

Job Responsibilities

• Technical Application Support: Work closely with OEM machine builders and system integrators to confidently apply robotics, vision, and control technologies to solve complex industrial problems.
• Product Integration: Provide hands-on support for the programming, testing, and installation of SCARA robots and 2D vision systems at strategic key account sites.
• Customer Collaboration: Act as a trusted technical resource, delivering presentations and demonstrations that highlight product capabilities and value propositions.
• Cross-Functional Liaison: Direct interaction with Product Management, R&D, and global factory teams to provide feedback on product performance and customer needs.
• System Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues involving robot controllers, power electronics, and vision sensors.
• Market Development: Help shape the support structure for a new product category, ensuring robotics and vision solutions are trusted and effectively implemented in the field.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Engineering (Electrical, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or similar) is REQUIRED.

Experience & Skills

• Experience Level: 0–3 years of relevant experience (Internships and Co-ops highly valued).
• Robotics: Demonstrable exposure to SCARA robots and robot controllers.
• Vision Systems: Foundational knowledge of 2D vision systems.
• Programming: Proficiency in any modern programming language (C++, Python, Java, or PLC logic).
• Electrical: Practical exposure to power electronics.

Preferred Attributes (Nice-to-Have)

• Exposure to 6-Axis or Collaborative (Cobots) robots.
• Familiarity with 3D vision systems and industrial networking protocols.
• Experience with 0-3 years in a customer-facing or field service environment.

Soft Skills

• Customer-Centric Personality: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for this role.
• Technical Aptitude: A mix of strong software fundamentals and hands-on mechanical/electrical aptitude.
• Mindset: Proactive, curious, and driven by follow-through and ownership.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans
• Life insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement