Director of Machine Learning

LiquidPiston, Inc. is seeking a Director of Machine Learning to build out data and machine learning solutions to accelerate the development of our rotary internal combustion engines.  This job is located at our Bloomfield, CT office. 

In this position you will:

• Develop a roadmap for applications of machine learning to engine design including architecting a high performance computing environment, developing data capture protocols, identifying and prioritizing ML use cases, etc.
• Create and modify machine learning models related to engines, generators, hybrid power systems, UAV’s, etc.
• Analyze and validate modeling results with experimental data
• Recommend changes to optimize system performance
• Document results verbally and through formal/informal written reports
• Collaborate and respond to requests from the Engineering team, including commonly from the CEO and CTO
• Manage time and resources between multiple projects
• Participate in weekly technical meetings, summarizing key accomplishments and plans
• Use Python, R and / or Matlab as primary modeling tools
• Select and act as a primary technical contact for any outsourced modeling work
• Maintain a spirited, open-minded personality and “can-do” attitude during the course of often challenging R&D projects

Requirements:

• Ph.D in Computer Science with BS/Masters in Data Science & Analytics, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, etc.
• Experience using advanced analytics tools to combine large datasets and analyze them in big data environments, such as ADL, AWS, Snowflake, etc.
• 3+ years of professional experience in scientific computing/data science using numerical methods, statistical analysis and optimization techniques
• Coding experience is a must
• Fundamental understanding of Physics and Thermodynamics
• Demonstrated ability to understand, model, and optimize physical systems
• Ability to self-direct and independently solve problems, including “thinking outside the box”
• Ability to learn find and learn from technical papers/journals

Helpful Skills:

• Experience or interest in rotary, piston, turbine engines
• Experience with setting up and maintaining your own IT and data systems, including kubernetes, ZFS, Docker, engineering software license management, etc.
• Experience developing GUI’s
• Experience working back and forth between simulation and real-world testing
• Proposal writing skills
• Experience working around a machine shop/prototype manufacturing/ R&D environment
• Experience supporting novel product development
• Experience with 3D modeling (Solidworks) and other common mechanical engineering simulation tools (ANSYS, GT Suite)

Benefits:

Take time.  

One of the things we value about our work culture is our people. We work hard, but also have a flexible paid time off policy, encouraging employees to unplug and refuel! Daily work hours can flex around what works best for your work-life balance.

Health and wellness help us show up.  

We provide a total rewards package including medical, dental, and vision coverage. You choose what works for you!

Ownership. 

Our permanent employees are invested in what we do through the offering of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).

Don’t leave money on the table. 

We offer a 401k w/100% matching up to 3% of your salary and then 50% of contributions between 3-5%. 

Never stop learning.  

We have training programs to LAUNCH your career through specialization courses, seminars, and other lifelong learning and development resources.

LiquidPiston, Inc. will ensure that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.