Controls and Vision Engineer - Industrial Automation (BOS USA)

BOS Innovations•Lexington, KY

9h•Onsite

About The Position

At BOS Innovations, we design and build advanced automation systems that move manufacturing forward. Our programmers are at the heart of that innovation, transforming concepts into intelligent, reliable systems through creativity, precision, and cooperation. We have a collaborative, high-performance team who thrive on solving complex challenges. Whether developing PLC and HMI logic, integrating robotic systems, or optimizing safety and performance, our teams turn ideas into fully functional solutions that make a lasting impact. If you’re ready to bring your programming expertise to a company that values curiosity, diligence, and continuous improvement, BOS is the place to grow. As a Controls & Vision Engineer, you will design, develop, and commission integrated automation systems that combine PLC controls, robotics, and advanced machine vision technologies. This role will support BOS’s TrueLight projects - a specialized vision-focused division of BOS Innovations dedicated to machine vision automation. TrueLight focuses on advanced inspection and robotic guidance solutions, leveraging 2D/3D vision and AI-enabled technologies to improve manufacturing quality, precision, and overall system performance. You will work across the full project lifecycle, from concept development and system design through programming, integration, and onsite commissioning, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, high-performance automation solutions. This role is ideal for someone with a strong controls background who has exposure to vision systems (or vice versa) and is looking to expand into advanced automation and vision-based technologies, with the opportunity to grow into broader system ownership over time.

Requirements

4+ years of experience in PLC programming within industrial automation
Experience integrating machine vision systems (2D or 3D) in manufacturing environments
Strong understanding of controls systems, I/O, and communications
Hands-on experience with system commissioning and troubleshooting
Experience working in industrial or manufacturing environments
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America, and able to travel to Canada as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with robotics integration
Experience with AI-based vision tools or advanced inspection systems
Familiarity with vision-based inspection technologies
Willingness to travel across the U.S. and to Canada as required

Responsibilities

Develop PLC and HMI programs aligned with system requirements and customer specifications
Integrate I/O, communications, and device interfaces across automation systems
Troubleshoot system performance, sequencing, and machine functionality during build and commissioning
Develop and implement safety PLC programs in accordance with applicable standards
Develop and integrate machine vision applications (2D and 3D) for inspection, validation, and guidance
Configure and optimize vision systems using platforms such as Cognex, Keyence, LMI, Matrox, Mech-Mind, Photoneo, or similar
Support implementation of AI-enabled vision tools for inspection and classification applications
Calibrate, test, and troubleshoot vision systems to meet accuracy and performance requirements
Integrate PLC, robotics, and vision systems into cohesive automation solutions
Commission systems onsite, including I/O validation, communication setup, and system testing
Identify and resolve technical issues across controls, robotics, and vision components
Optimize system performance for uptime, accuracy, and repeatability