Application Engineer

Overview about Ripik.AI:

Ripik.ai is a fast-growing industrial AI SAAS start-up founded by IIT D/ BITS alumni and with extensive experience in McKinsey, IBM, Google and others. It is backed by marquee VC funds like Accel, Venture Highway and 25+ illustrious angels including 14 unicorn founders.

Ripik.ai builds patented full stack software for automation of decision making on the factory floor. Today, they are deployed at more than 15 of the largest and most prestigious enterprises in India including the market leaders in steel, aluminium, cement, pharma, paints, consumer goods and others.

It is one of world’s very few AI product start-ups to be a partner to GCP, Azure and AWS. We are also the AI partner of choice for CII, ICC and NASSCOM.

Roles & Responsibilities:

We are seeking a highly motivated Automation and Machine Vision Engineer to join our Industrial AI and Automation team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in developing and deploying computer vision solutions for manufacturing, quality control, and robotic inspection. You will be responsible for designing AI-based vision systems using cameras, deep learning models, and edge computing platforms.

• Develop and deploy machine vision applications using industrial cameras (e.g., Basler, FLIR).
• Design AI-based inspection systems for detecting defects such as scratches, dents, mislabels, and missing components.
• Integrate vision systems into automation workflows, PLCs, or robotic arms using standard protocols.
• Work with image acquisition pipelines, camera calibration, lighting setup, and industrial communication standards.
• Collaborate with software, automation, and mechanical teams to build end-to-end inspection systems.
• Optimize model performance on edge devices (e.g., NVIDIA Jetson, Raspberry Pi, etc.).
• Perform on-site testing, calibration, and commissioning at industrial client locations.

Required Skills, Competencies & Experience:

• B.E./B.Tech in Instrumentation, Electronics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in machine vision, automation, or AI-based quality control systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in R&D or client-facing roles.

Preferred Qualification:

• Hands-on with industrial camera systems (Basler, Hikvision, Cognex, etc.).
• Familiarity with edge AI platforms like NVIDIA Jetson Nano/Xavier.
• Understanding industrial automation systems, SCADA/PLC integration.
• Experience with machine vision software (e.g., Halcon, LabVIEW Vision, MVTec) is preferred.
• Familiarity with SCADA, Historian systems, or MES integration.
• Exposure to virtualization, server-client architecture, or redundant systems.
• Knowledge of video analytics, CCTV integration, and industrial automation security.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to travel to project sites and conduct field inspections.
• Comfortable working in hazardous industrial environments (oil refineries, chemical plants, etc.)

What can you expect?

• Ability to shape the future of manufacturing by leveraging best-in-class AI and software; we are a unique organization with niche skill set that you would also develop while working with us
• World class work culture, coaching and development
• Mentoring from highly experienced leadership from world class companies (refer to Ripik.AI website for details)

Location – Noida (Work from Office)