Machine Vision Engineering Intern

Job Description:

Job Description

Primary Function of Position
Play an important role within Intuitive Surgical designing, building, and supporting machine vision systems in manufacturing equipment used to produce Intuitive's state-of-the-art robotic surgical devices. Our custom manufacturing equipment employs a wide variety of automated features, including robotics, motion control, machine vision, and data collection, however the primary responsibility for this position is the machine vision elements. Machine vision uses lights, cameras, and image processing algorithms to help guide robots and inspect parts. This position plays a critical role in scaling manufacturing operations, while improving capacity, quality, yield, and efficiency.
Essential Job Duties
* Work with the team to design, implement, and test machine vision system hardware and software.
* Select cameras, lenses, and lighting to optimize image clarity.
* Program image processing algorithms and develop software, including use of deep learning, to perform image analysis and make automated decisions.
* Work with mechanical, controls, and manufacturing engineers to integrate vision systems into larger automated equipment.
* Thoroughly document all aspects of the vision system, including its requirements, design, operation, and qualification