Where AI meets the physical world.
We're a small, fast-moving, engineer-led firm in Knoxville. You work across the full stack, from vision and AI in the lab to robots, PLCs, and panels on the factory floor.
We promote self-direction to work on meaningful projects, while we also strive to create an environment that provides the support and mentorship needed to learn and grow.
Current openings
Vision Algorithm Programmer / Engineer
Vision Algorithm Programmer / Engineer
Train deep learning models that inspect products at 1,200 units per minute, deploy AI-powered vision systems on real factory floors, and get hands-on with hardware: Arduino, Raspberry Pi, PLCs, and embedded controllers. If work that spans neural network training to PLC logic to GUI design gets your wheels turning, we challenge you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Train, fine-tune, and deploy deep learning models (object detection, classification, OCR, anomaly detection) for real-time industrial inspection.
- Design and develop machine vision algorithms using both classical image processing and modern AI techniques.
- Build and optimize inference pipelines that run on PCs, edge devices, and embedded platforms.
- Program PCs and PLCs for process automation and system integration.
- Develop operator interfaces (GUI, HMI) for monitoring and control.
- Support deployment at customer sites and provide ongoing improvement over the life of each system.
Requirements
- BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Automation Engineering.
- Must have: solid programming skills in C++, C#, or Python.
- Must have: genuine curiosity and willingness to learn across disciplines (AI, vision, controls, embedded).
- Experience with deep learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, or ONNX Runtime) is a strong plus.
- Familiarity with image processing libraries (OpenCV, HALCON, Cognex VisionPro, or similar).
- Experience with PLC programming, embedded systems, or robotics is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and manage project timelines.
Highlights
- Highly competitive compensation and a flexible schedule.
- A small, fast-moving firm where your ideas directly shape the product.
- Full-spectrum work, from training models in the lab to wiring cameras and PLCs on the floor.
- Platforms from embedded Linux and Raspberry Pi to industrial PCs and cloud services.
Automation Engineer (Electrical / Mechanical)
Automation Engineer (Electrical / Mechanical)
Does industrial controls get your wheels turning? SolVIS is looking for a seasoned Automation Engineer, electrical or mechanical, who wants to think beyond the normal and bring to life solutions a customer could only dream existed. If you can design, build, and program turnkey systems, we challenge you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop automated inspection systems using machine vision and other inspection methods.
- Integrate controls across robots, PLCs, HMIs, and vision.
- Program PLCs for automation and create electrical schematics.
- Build, wire, and test custom control panels, and create mechanical structures.
- Support and improve existing customer automation systems.
- Support deployment at customer sites, with ongoing improvement over the life of each system.
- Manage projects from concept through customer acceptance.
Requirements
- BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Automation Engineering preferred.
- Must have: solid understanding of PLC programming (ladder and structured text).
- Must have: ability to read and create electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic schematics.
- Ability to create basic operator interfaces (GUI, HMI, or MMI).
- Knowledge of image processing concepts is a plus.
- Good project management skills and the ability to work independently.
Highlights
- Highly competitive compensation and a very flexible schedule.
- A small, highly mobile engineering firm where you can grow fast.
- Work across many platforms: a range of PLC brands, robots and cobots, and SCADA.
- Wear multiple hats, learn multiple systems, and develop your own ideas.
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