Associate Vision Engineer

Making complexity accessible

Mikron Tool is an international leader in the development and production of carbide cutting tools. We are a growing Swiss company, enthusiastic about innovation and technology. We specialize in the production of small and medium-sized high-performance tools for machining the most difficult materials such as stainless steel, heat-resistant alloys, and titanium. 
Our state-of-the-art Technology Center enables us to develop holistic machining processes, often in collaboration with customers. We pride ourselves on delivering efficient, sustainable, and sometimes unconventional solutions that add real value.

Your main tasks

The Associate Vision Engineer role at Mikron Automation is ideal for early-career professionals eager to contribute to the development of scalable, high-performance automation platforms. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers to develop and refine custom assembly solutions that support life-saving pharmaceutical and medical technologies, as well as the automotive and consumer goods industries.  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

• Product Knowledge – Develop foundational understanding of Mikron products, platforms, and engineering standards through training and hands-on experience.
• Design - Assist in the design and integration of automation components, systems, or software under the guidance of experienced engineers and team leads.
• Fine-Tune & Testing - Participate in system testing, troubleshooting, and debug activities during development, build, and commissioning phases.
• Customer & Project Interaction - Attend internal and customer-facing meetings, design reviews, and acceptance tests to understand requirements and contribute to project success under the direction of project managers.
• Tools & Systems - Utilize engineering tools and systems (e.g., CAD, PDM, PLC/HMI software, vision platforms) to support design, documentation, and testing.
• Documentation & Standards - Create and maintain engineering documentation (e.g., drawings, BOMs, specifications) in accordance with project and company standards.
• Compliance & Safety - Follow all safety protocols, engineering and industry standards, and company policies in daily work activities.
• Support & Flexibility - Provide support across project phases including sales and applications, design, build, validation, installation, and post-installation service. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, Knowledge, & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 0+ years of professional experience in machine vision or industrial automation preferred.
• Familiar with machine vision concepts, lighting, and lens selection.
• Familiar with basic image processing and inspection principles.
• Exposure to vision platforms (e.g., Cognex In-Sight, Keyence).
• Familiar with vision system commissioning and basic tuning.
• Exposure to programming logic and scripting tools.
• Familiar with mechanical integration of vision hardware.

Additional Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States, have a valid state driver license and be eligible to obtain a passport for international travel.
• Ability to fluently speak, read and write in English.
• Must be able to travel or work flexible hours as required for project deliverables.
• Mikron Corporation Denver is a drug free working environment.
• Must be able to work on-site at least three days per week at Mikron Automation’s facility. Remote work may be permitted for up to two days per week, subject to project requirements and team alignment.

Company Offered Benefits

• PTO
• 10 paid holidays (1-2 floating holidays depending on start date)
• Pet Insurance
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & ADD
• FSA, HSA
• Eligible for Straight Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with matching up to 5%, immediately vested
• Tuition and Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Professional Growth Opportunities

*This job will close on 10/30/2025 all applications will be accepted through 10/30/2025*

Pay Range

• $ 70,000 - $85,000 per year

If you are interested what you have read and want to join our team, we would be keen to hear from you!