Senior Application Engineer

Cognex Corporation

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Onsite
Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science
2-4 years technical application development experience
Knowledge of image processing, optics, and lighting
Cognex Corporation is seeking a Senior Application Engineer to provide application guidance and support for their products, focusing on medium-complexity applications and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will have a technical background, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to adapt to varying work patterns, including travel

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing application guidance and standard integration for Cognex vision and sensor products across medium-complexity applications.
  • Candidates must be prepared to travel up to 50% of the time, often on short notice, to support customers and perform onsite optimizations.
  • The position requires a solid understanding of electro-mechanical solutions and the ability to troubleshoot complex industrial environments while maintaining safety protocols.

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Cognex Corporation is seeking a Senior Application Engineer to provide application guidance and support for their products, focusing on medium-complexity applications and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will have a technical background, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to adapt to varying work patterns, including travel.

Salary

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Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science
  • 2-4 years technical application development experience
  • Knowledge of image processing, optics, and lighting
  • Experience with PLCs, industrial networks, and controls
  • Ability to travel up to 50% including short notice
  • Capability to lift up to 50 pounds safely
  • Proficiency in programming languages like C# or VB.Net

Nice-to-have

  • Solid interpersonal skills for stakeholder communication
  • Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
  • Background in robotics and motion control
  • Ability to handle challenging customer situations
  • Data analytics skills for performance improvement
  • Flexible availability for evening and weekend hours

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
  • Minimum 2-4 years of experience in technical application development
  • English language proficiency (written and oral)
  • Ability to work safely in industrial environments
  • Availability to be on-call for customer emergencies

Work Rights

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