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Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Data Scientist, Medical Device & Mathematical Modeling (JP12250)
Location: Thousand Oaks, CA. 91320
Business Unit: Combination Products Operations – Digital & Data Strategy
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 1+ years (with possible extensions)
Rate: $52 - $56/hr
Posting Date: 2/7/2024.
Notes: Only qualified candidates need apply. Onsite 3-4x / week *Must be OK to be onsite weekly and must be local to Thousand Oaks, CA.

3 Key Consulting is hiring! We are recruiting a Data Engineer for a consulting engagement with our direct client, a leading global biotechnology company.

Job Description:
The Modeling and Simulation Data Scientist will support the Combination Product Operations organization by improving the way our client manages and utilizes data to enhance data analysis and decision making within the organization. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who will be primarily responsible for development and lifecycle management of digital modeling assets and analyzing scientific and combination product performance data. This individual will leverage in-silico and data-driven modeling to evaluate potential opportunities that enable changes in business and operation performance.

Top Must Have Skill Sets:

Simulation, modeling, and data analysis experience
Experience with programming in Python, MATLAB, JMP, and/or Minitab for engineering purposes
Experience with model simulation and analysis (MS&A) techniques for structural, fluidic, and heat transfer problems using commercial software such as ANSYS, LS-Dyna, ABAQUS, COMSOL
Experience with mathematical/first principles modeling, numerical techniques, and uncertainty quantification such as Monte Carlo simulations

Day to Day Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate enjoys tackling challenges and excels at enabling insights for decision making using data-driven and physics-based modeling.
This may include, but is not limited to, the following:

Applying engineering principles to develop in-silico models for combination products
Developing, enhancing, automating, and managing analytics and data-driven models
Performing ad-hoc analysis and supporting special projects; Providing input to management for trend and failure investigation process improvements
Demonstrating modeling and visualization approaches as part of proof-of-concept projects
Transforming ambiguous business and technical questions into measurable and impactful projects
Demonstrating critical and analytical thinking skills to explore new opportunities in in-silico and data-driven models for combination products.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree OR Master degree and 3 years of experience OR Bachelor degree and 5 years of experience OR Associate degree and 10 years of experience OR High school diploma / GED and 12 years of experience
Experience with model simulation and analysis (MS&A) techniques for structural, fluidic, and heat transfer problems using commercial software such as ANSYS, LS-Dyna, ABAQUS, COMSOL
Experience with programming in Python, MATLAB, JMP, and/or Minitab for engineering purposes
Experience with mathematical/first principles modeling, numerical techniques, and uncertainty quantification such as Monte Carlo simulations
Familiar with utilizing GitLab for version control, code collaboration, and project management
Data analysis expertise and statistical or mechanistic modeling experience
Experience in deriving technical recommendations and specifications from the analysis of measured data
Strong communication, presentation, and technical documentation skills are a plus, as is knowledge of process controls
Understanding business needs and developing novel yet practical solutions to meet those needs
Experience with combination products and device regulatory requirements and medical device development and engineering

Preferred Qualifications:

Passion for proactively identifying opportunities through creative modeling and data analysis
Transform ambiguous business and technical questions into measurable and impactful projects
Partner with multi-discipline digital teams (data analysts, data engineers, data scientists, and business product owners) to advance data analytics tools/features (such as predictive/ prescriptive algorithms and machine learning)
Ability to deliver work and provide positive leadership in a fast-paced, multi-project team-oriented environment
Intellectual curiosity with ability to learn new concepts/frameworks, algorithms and technology rapidly as needs arise
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously
Ability to work in highly collaborative, cross-functional environments

Why is the Position Open?
Supplement additional workload on team.

Red Flags:

Not meeting degree and experience requirements (not meeting basic qualification)
No modeling and simulation experience
No engineering background

Interview Process:
One phone and one virtual panel interview.

We invite qualified candidates to send your resume to resumes@3keyconsulting.com. If you decide that you’re not interested in pursuing this particular position, please feel free to take a look at the other positions on our website www.3keyconsulting.com/careers. You are also welcome to share this opportunity with anyone you think might be interested in applying for this role.