Vision Engineer

About the role

Bosch Charleston is looking for a Vision Engineer to lead vision system performance and ensure inspection capability, system availability, quality performance, defect detection effectiveness, IDC reduction and manufacturing OEE. The role covers daily vision operations, machine vision solution development, new product launches and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and sustain daily vision operations: monitor system capability, validate inspection performance, support PPAP, run MSA studies, control recipes and standards, and keep processes stable, capable and compliant.
• Develop, implement and optimize machine vision solutions including cameras, optics, lighting, sensors, image processing software and automated inspection systems.
• Lead vision activities for new product launches: concept creation, equipment specification, supplier coordination, pre-acceptance, final acceptance, validation, commissioning and production launch support.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and quality systems such as work instructions, control plans, PFMEA, validation protocols, troubleshooting guides and global vision standards.
• Drive continuous improvement through vision technology, automation, data analysis, Lean Manufacturing and Bosch Production System (BPS).
• Investigate vision-related failures, perform root cause analysis, support audits, lead 8D activities and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, Product Engineering and external suppliers.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering or a related technical field.
• Manufacturing experience, preferably with machine vision, automation or inspection systems.
• Experience leading equipment implementation and production launch activities.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics and technical specifications.

Required skills

• Knowledge of PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, SPC and validation processes.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills (root cause analysis, 8D).
• Project management, communication and organizational skills.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and time away from work policy.
• Paid time off (16 days, up to 30 by seniority), personal days, 9 paid holidays and 6 weeks of paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with 75% match up to 9% and a defined contribution plan funded by the company.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage, HSA and FSA, life and disability insurance.
• Profit sharing bonus, onsite cafeteria, Starbucks and employee store.