Principal Engineer

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Job Title:Principal Engineer Department:Engineering | Center for Design and Manufacturing Excellence

The Principal Engineer develops and leads machine learning / artificial intelligence research and development efforts for the Center for Design and Manufacturing Excellence (CDME); coordinates and conducts various sponsored research and industry projects; collaborates with research and industry partners to ensure projects are completed in accordance with project milestones, deliverable requirements and within the cost and schedule agreed upon during project scoping; works with OSU faculty and other CDME staff to coordinate multidisciplinary fundamental and applied research; utilizes expertise and leadership in determining technical solutions for complex problems; serves as a liaison with sponsoring agencies and other research and educational institutes; prepares technical reports for submission to sponsoring agencies; participates in preparation of research and industry proposals; writes journal and conference articles; presents research progress to sponsors and presents research results at conferences and symposia; establishes priorities andsupervises student employees (e.g. provides developmental opportunities, coaches to foster development, evaluates performance); supports professional development and student program activities of CDME in area of expertise; responsible for bringing in sufficient funding to support position and any direct reports; performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

This position will require access to export controlled data and work in an export controlled facility. Eligibility for this position is restricted to “U.S. persons” as defined in U.S. export control regulations. “U.S. persons” include:
(1) U.S. citizens or nationals; (2) permanent residents; (3) asylees or refugees; or (4) individuals otherwise described as “protected individuals” pursuant to Title 8 U.S. Code Section 1324b(a)(3)(b).

Additional Information:

Qualifications :

Required Education :

• PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Systems Engineering, Robotics or related field

Required Experience :

• 7+ years experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience and/or training in software development, sensor interfaces, electrical circuit design and wiring, computer networking, and technical writing
• Extensive experience in a professional multidisciplinary research environment with experience proposal writing and customer engagement
• Considerable experience in a R & D setting (i.e., planning and conducting R & D projects/programs in terms of technical and managerial functions)

Desired Experience :

• Experience with industrial automation, six-axis robots, C++, Python, ROS, Unity, C#, OpenCV, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Linux CLI, Git, network administration, Solidworks, AutoCAD Electrical
• Experience in a supervisory capacity over direct reports or processes is highly desired

The Targeted Hiring Range for this position is $92,000 to $123,000

Ohio State is focused on enhancing the health and safety of our community. Therefore, the university is requiring every student, faculty and staff member to be compliant with Ohio State’s COVID-19 vaccine requirement .

By the start of employment, all newly hired employees must receive at least the first dose of a two-dose series or a single dose of a one-dose series COVID-19 vaccination. Individuals who choose a two-dose series vaccination must receive the second dose within 45 days of their start date. Proof of vaccination will be required at time of hire.

Candidates may request a medical or religious exemption from the vaccination requirement. Campus employees may also request an exemption for personal reasons. Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, College of Medicine or OSUP Employees are not eligible for personal exemptions. All exemptions are subject to Ohio State’s approval and subject to change, including revocation, due to legal and regulatory requirements.

Location:Research Center (0073) Position Type:Regular Scheduled Hours:40 Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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