Oratek SA Opportunities

Design the next generation of intelligent industrial machines.
At Oratek, we design and build custom precision equipment for demanding industries where quality, reliability and innovation are essential. Our multidisciplinary team combines expertise in mechanics, electronics, software and industrial vision to develop tailor-made automation solutions. We're looking for an Industrial Vision & Software Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and transforming ideas into robust industrial solutions. This role combines industrial vision, software engineering and automation. From selecting the right optics and illumination to developing inspection algorithms, operator interfaces and machine software, you'll contribute to every stage of the development of our systems. If you're passionate about machine vision, enjoy working across disciplines and like seeing your software running on real machines, we'd love to meet you. Tasks Your mission

As part of our engineering team, you will design and develop complete industrial vision solutions integrated into automated machines. You will be responsible for the complete lifecycle of vision applications, from feasibility studies and hardware selection to software development, validation and commissioning.

Industrial Vision

Analyse customer requirements and assess technical feasibility. Design complete machine vision solutions for inspection, measurement and guidance applications. Select and integrate cameras, optics, lighting and vision sensors. Develop robust 2D and 3D image processing algorithms. Design and deploy AI-based inspection algorithms when appropriate. Calibrate, validate and optimize complete vision systems. Commission, tune and troubleshoot prototype and production machines. Analyse false rejects and process instabilities, implementing corrective actions. Define validation procedures and participate in FAT.

Software Development

Develop modern web applications for machine configuration, production monitoring and operator interfaces. Develop software modules interacting with industrial cameras, PLCs, robots and automation equipment. Design maintainable and scalable software architectures. Develop engineering tools for testing, diagnostics and validation. Contribute to software quality through testing, documentation and code reviews. Leverage AI-assisted development tools while maintaining engineering excellence.

Requirements Your profile

3–7 years developing industrial vision systems for special-purpose machinery, industrial automation or custom machine manufacturing. Hands-on experience with Keyence, Cognex, HALCON or equivalent. Strong understanding of optics, illumination, industrial cameras and image acquisition. Python development. Industrial software (PLC) and modern web application development. Autonomous, analytical and collaborative. Fluent English.. 100% on site in Ecublens (VD).

Nice to have

PyTorch / TensorFlow 3D vision React / TypeScript C++ Git / CI/CD

Benefits

Design complete industrial vision systems from concept to commissioning. Multidisciplinary environment. Technical autonomy. Short decision paths. State-of-the-art technologies. Competitive salary and social benefits.

Join Oratek as a Industrial Vision & Software Engineer and collaborate with a visionary, multidisciplinary team in Switzerland. Build real industrial systems — from camera to cloud — for clients in precision industries that demand the highest standards, in a dynamic, small-company environment. Find Jobs in Switzerland on Arbeitnow