Joining Abbott: A Global Healthcare Leader
In a world where healthcare is constantly evolving, Abbott stands at the forefront. Our mission is to help people live more fully, at all stages of their lives. With a diverse portfolio of life-changing technologies, our company spans the spectrum of healthcare, from diagnostics and medical devices to nutritional products and branded generic medicines.
A History of Making a Difference in Ireland
Since 1946, Abbott has been committed to making a positive impact on the lives of Irish people. Today, we employ around 6,000 people across ten sites, with six manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford, Sligo, and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. In addition to our commercial, support operations, and shared services in Dublin and Galway, we continue to invest in the local community.
The Opportunity: Machine Vision Engineer
We are seeking an experienced Machine Vision Engineer to join our team in Fermoy, Cork. As a key member of our TPM, you will play a critical role in providing expertise and support to our manufacturing processes. Your primary responsibilities will include leading vision-related continuous improvement updates, obsolescence upgrade projects, and providing vision training for engineering personnel.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the implementation of Machine Vision projects (mainly Cognex Insight Spreadsheet environment).
* Conduct code review/debugging of a wide spectrum of bespoke vision jobs/algorithms.
* Investigate issues and develop solutions for Machine Vision applications.
* Perform characterization, optimization, emulation, and data analysis on proposed Vision jobs.
* Collaborate with other internal functions (e.g., QA, Operations, Engineering).
* Standardize best machine vision practices across the site.
* Lead vision-related obsolescence upgrade projects.
* Provide vision training for engineering personnel.
Requirements:
* Degree in Engineering or Science equivalent.
* Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent is desirable.
* Minimum 5 years of machine vision engineering work experience, preferably in a regulated high-volume automated manufacturing environment.
* Demonstrated expertise with Cognex Insight hardware/software platform (spreadsheet environment) for at least 5 years.
* Experience with optics, lighting techniques, troubleshooting/diagnostics, and vision algorithm development, with interfaces to PLC/HMI systems.
* Extensive knowledge of vision tools such as histograms, edge tools, blob tools, OCR, logic, image processing techniques, and job profiling.
* Completion of Cognex advanced spreadsheet training, Cognex Vison Pro, Designer and Keyence vision systems.
* Good knowledge of data analysis/statistical methods.
* Experience with GDP/GMP/GAMP.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Exceptional attention to detail.
* Flexible and innovative approach to work.
What We Offer:
At Abbott, we provide a comprehensive compensation package that includes competitive pay, family health insurance, excellent pension scheme, life assurance, career development, and many more benefits. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, join us and be part of a global healthcare leader.