(Senior) Vision Systems Engineer

<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>JOB DESCRIPTION:</b></h2><div><p><b><span>About Us:</span></b><span><span> Join Abbot at our Witney Centre of Excellence, where we lead the way in biosensor innovation and high-volume manufacturing. With strong business growth and </span><span>cutting-edge</span><span> product development, we have an incredible opportunity for a Vision Engineer to join our Operations Engineering Group and make a significant impact across our manufacturing area.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><div><p></p><p><b><span>The Role:</span></b><span><span> </span></span> <span>As a Senior Vision Systems Engineer, you’ll take ownership of specifying, sourcing, installing, and commissioning machine vision solutions for high-speed automated manufacturing equipment. You’ll work closely with automation engineers and suppliers to ensure robust, reliable inspection systems that meet production demands. This is a hands-on role where you’ll combine practical engineering skills with vision system expertise to deliver solutions from concept through to production.</span></p></div><div><p></p><p><b><span>Key Responsibilities:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li>Specify and select vision hardware and software for automated inspection systems.</li><li>Lead installation, setup, and tuning of vision systems on high-speed automated equipment.</li><li>Develop and optimise vision programs (Cognex, Keyence advantageous ) for reliablty, yield,  performance etc .</li><li>Collaborate with machine builders, automation/ control engineers, and suppliers to integrate vision systems.</li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve vision related issues in production environments.</li><li>Maintain awareness of upcoming vision technologies and recommend improvements.</li></ul><p></p></div><div><p><b><span>About You:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li>Background in industrial automation, machine building, or maintenance engineering with vision system experience.</li><li>Proven experience integrating machine vision systems into automated equipment.</li><li>Familiarity with Cognex and/or Keyence platforms; ability to write and optimize vision programs.</li><li>Basic PLC knowledge (Siemens S7 or Allen Bradley/Rockwell) beneficial.</li><li>Practical problem solving skills and ability to work in a fast paced manufacturing environment.</li><li>Formal qualification (Recognised apprenticeship/HNC/HND/Degree) in Engineering or related discipline.</li><li>Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment (e.g., medical devices, pharmaceuticals, aerospace or similar).</li><li>Comfortable with change control processes and validation of system changes.</li><li>Ability to create accurate documentation and follow established procedures to meet regulatory requirements.</li><li>Familiarity with GxP or GMP principles and their application</li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p><p><b><span>What We Offer:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Career Growth:</span></b><span><span> Become a valued member of a highly skilled Engineering team working with </span><span>state-of-the-art</span><span> automation in a fast-growing area of our business.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Benefits:</span></b><span><span> Competitive salary and highly attractive benefits package, including a defined-contribution pension scheme, share ownership scheme, private healthcare, life assurance, and a flexible benefits scheme tailored to your needs.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Lifestyle:</span></b><span><span> </span><span>Participate</span><span> in optional initiatives like onsite allotments, couch to 5k campaigns, bee keeping, yoga, and more.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div></div></div><p></p><p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><p><b>The base pay for this position is </b></p>N/A<p style="text-align:left"><span>In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit">     </p><h2><b>JOB FAMILY:</b></h2>Engineering<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>DIVISION:</b></h2>ADC Diabetes Care<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p><h2><b>LOCATION:</b></h2>United Kingdom &gt; Witney : Production Facility<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:</b></h2><p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>WORK SHIFT:</b></h2>Standard<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>TRAVEL:</b></h2>Yes, 5 % of the Time<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:</b></h2>Not Applicable<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:</b></h2>Not Applicable<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><p style="text-align:inherit">     </p><p style="text-align:inherit">     </p>