AI/ML Engineer - Vision AI

Proconex is the exclusive Emerson Impact Partner for Emerson Automation Solutions in the Mid-Atlantic region. We provide a full portfolio of Process Automation Control Systems, Valves and Control Devices, and related technologies and services to a range of customers—in the Life Sciences, Chemical, Power, Refining, Oil & Gas, Food & Beverage, Paper, Metals, and other industries, as well as commercial enterprises and campus facilities. With three strategically located offices, Proconex maintains a deep dedication to its 200+ employees, a sharp focus on safety and quality, and the drive to deliver.

Senior Vision AI Engineer 
(Cognitive Vision and Industrial AI)

Location: Mid-Atlantic Region
Company: Linque
Reports to: Head of Vision AI

About Proconex

Proconex is a trusted leader in industrial automation and process control solutions, proudly serving the industry for over 75 years. With a rich legacy of delivering high-performance systems and equipment to process industries—including oil & gas, chemicals, power, and life sciences—we are now entering an exciting new chapter.

We are  building on a solid foundation of over 10 years of successful deployments with our next generation of software products. Our software solutions are designed to empower industrial operators with operational analytics, enabling smarter, more efficient, and more reliable operations. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a growth-focused team that is taking proven technology to the next level.

About the Role

Linque is expanding its Vision AI and Cognitive Automation platform focused on applying real-time computer vision and AI to industrial, biopharmaceutical, and process manufacturing environments. We are seeking a Senior Vision AI Engineer to help lead the development, deployment, and customer-facing application of advanced vision AI solutions. This role sits at the intersection of deep technical execution, platform development, and real-world industrial use cases.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy production-grade computer vision and machine learning models
• Build optimized end-to-end vision pipelines for real-time and near-real-time applications
• Translate complex industrial problems into scalable AI architecture
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product, engineering, and commercial teams
• Participate in technical customer discussions, pilots, and evaluations
• Support prototypes through pilot and production transitions
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical best practices

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in computer vision and machine learning
• Strong hands-on experience deploying AI systems in production
• Proficiency in Python and modern ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow)
• Experience working with image/video pipelines
• Understanding of the full ML lifecycle

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with real-time vision systems
• Background in industrial automation or regulated environments
• Experience with edge or cloud deployment
• Ability to communicate complex technical topics clearly

Why Join Linque

• Apply AI to real industrial problems with measurable impact
• Collaborate with experienced AI and industrial leaders
• Influence the evolution of next-generation Vision AI platforms
• Flexible, growth-oriented environment

Apply today to learn more about this exciting new opportunity at Proconex, the exclusive Emerson Impact Partner for the Mid-Atlantic region!

We are proud to be an employee-owned organization. Through our ESOP, every team member shares in the growth and success of the company, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and long-term rewards.

Proconex offers a standout culture, fantastic work environment, and has very competitive benefits to include premium medical, 401K match, tuition reimbursement, and other unique incentives.

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Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship.  Also, we are not interested in working on a corp-to-corp basis with other companies at this time.

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Proconex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected class. We are committed to providing a professional environment free of any discrimination or harassment, and we are proud to be a Drug-Free Workplace.