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. 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr