At Kargo, our mission is to build a connective tissue between the physical world of freight and the digital ecosystem used to manage it. We believe that advancements in smart infrastructure are critical to enabling a safer and more efficient future for logistics. Our loading dock sensor platform verifies all incoming and outgoing freight, aggregating data that enables shippers and carriers to efficiently manage dock operations, switch out suppliers and understand material flow in real time.
We care deeply about delivering the best solutions for our customers. As a member of the Kargo team, you will have the opportunity to develop and deploy tomorrow’s hardware & software solutions and help revolutionize logistics.
Responsibilities
- Drive development of Kargo's camera-based computer vision systems, including ideation and early concept development, modeling, proof of concept assembly, testing and analysis.
- Work with Sales and Product team members to refine system optical requirements for our camera and illumination system.
- Explore new concepts through mechanical design, optical modeling, and fast iterative prototyping.
- Create lab test protocols and image quality metrics to validate lens, module, and camera shroud evaluation.
- Perform advanced mechanical design, detailed drawings, tolerancing, and analysis (FEA, thermal, vibrational, etc).
- Work with suppliers to get opto-mechanical components and subassemblies manufactured per specification.
Experience
- 3+ years of experience in Mechanical Design, designing, building, and validating imaging optics at scale.
- Experience in lens and illumination systems, testing and validation.
- Familiarity with optical simulation design using Zemax, LightTools, FRED, TracePro, or CODEV.
- Solid knowledge of optical system analysis, optical design, and optical material.
- Experience in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) and PLM software (Arena preferred).
- Strong hands-on skill set in assembling, testing, and troubleshooting capability with optical systems.
- Experience in lens selection, design, and tolerance analysis.
- Experience with CMOS Image sensors or related imaging areas, a plus.
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics or related field.
Kargo is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.
Top Skills
What We Do
Kargo is connecting the physical world of logistics to the digital ecosystem that manages it. Our infrastructure automates the shipping and receiving process, while providing real-time visuals and data on your operations. Kargo brings efficiency and visibility not only to your warehouse, but to the entire supply chain.
In solving foundational problems of the logistics industry, our team tackles complex challenges and makes a direct impact - both on the product and the industry as a whole. Join us!
Gallery
