Optimization Engineer/Data Science Specialist III - INSPYR Solutions

Title: Optimization Engineer/Data Scientist III
Location: Houston, TX 77002 (ONSITE)
Duration: Long Term Contract 
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.

Job Description:

We are currently seeking an experienced data scientist to join the Big Data and Advanced Analytics department. As part of the Data Analytics team, you will work closely with the Data Engineering team and business functions to solve real-world oil and gas midstream problems using machine learning, data science algorithms, and artificial intelligence.

Responsibilities include:

• Work independently on optimization projects for multiple business functions
• Identify and frame the optimization opportunity from understanding the business problem / opportunity
• Gather, cleanse, and transform internal and external data
• Analyze data and deliver insights via visualizations and dashboards
• Create, productionize, and maintain models / solutions that address business problems
• Present, explain and defend results from analysis and modeling, and approach taken
• Participate in strategic planning discussions around optimizations, data science, and big data analytics

Required skills:

• 5 years of practical experience framing and solving optimization problems in supply chain, logistics, or operations
• 5 years of hands-on experience with applied statistics / math and optimization techniques
• Professional experience with optimization techniques such as numerical optimization, linear programming, nonlinear programming, dynamic programming, integer programming, numerical methods, or heuristic methods
• Professional experience programming in Python
• Experience using tools such as Google OR Tools, Scipy.Optimize, CPLEX, Gurobi, GAMS, LINGO, Pyomo, MATLAB, Arena, Vensim on real-world problems
• Experience building solutions in AWS is a plus
• Educational background in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, or Industrial Engineering is a plus
• Ability to adapt in a rapidly changing environment
• Ability to communicate insights and approaches in a simple, actionable manner
• Ability to work independently and with team members from different backgrounds
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Our benefits package includes: 

· Comprehensive medical benefits

· Competitive pay

· 401(k) retirement plan

· …and much more!

About INSPYR Solutions

Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients’ business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.