AI & Emerging Technology Researcher

Greer, SC
Full Time
Mid Level
SWJ Technologie specializes in providing engineering, planning, and project management services across various industries. We are currently seeking a AI & Emerging Technology Researcher for a client in the automotive industry, specializing in car manufacturing. This is a long-term Contractor role based in Greer, SC that requires onsite presence. If you’re eager to grow your career and make a meaningful impact on exciting projects, we look forward to your application.

PURPOSE: 
Accelerates and supports the ongoing activities in the field of IT Innovation and Emerging Technologies. Identifies and defines applications of emerging technologies to address business relevant challenges. Designs and implements prototypes of applications including front- / back-end and machine learning components. Works with different client business units to understand the business demands with respect to Innovation and Emerging Technologies. Conducts advanced software engineering, analytical tasks, data preparation, and machine learning models to improve IT products, services, and processes. Supports day-to-day operational needs, internal enablement, and AI integration initiatives to enhance business processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Analyzes business-critical data / processes and recommends improvements / highlights opportunities.
  • Works with complex data / optimization / design problems and conducts advanced analytics tasks.
  • Assesses the effectiveness and accuracy of data sources and data gathering techniques.
  • Works with stakeholders throughout the organization to identify opportunities for leveraging company data to drive business solutions.
  • Works in collaboration with internal and external teams to identify opportunities for innovation and transition them to prototype and industrialization phases.
  • Develops custom data models and algorithms.
  • Coordinates with different functional teams to implement solutions.
  • Serves as an internal consultant to other developers and engineers as needed, providing assistance in all phases of product life-cycle development.
  • Advises developers and engineers on emerging IT technologies and assists the team in process matters related to development/support, providing on-the-job training and development of associates/contractors.
  • Maintains accurate, meaningful, and updated technical and non-technical documentation.
  • Clearly communicates requirements, progress, goals, and results to business partners with various levels of technical knowledge.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by Operations Supervisor.
DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Internal Enablement & Training – Continuous improvement and upskilling related to AI solutions across the organization.
  • AI Integration Support for SAP – Assist developers in implementing AI-driven enhancements within SAP systems (no prior SAP AI tool knowledge required).
  • Business-Driven AI Initiatives – Evaluate AI solution ideas proposed by business units, conduct feasibility assessments, and identify resources for potential implementation

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor degree in computer science, engineering, science, mathematics/statistics or related field.
  • Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in computer science, mathematics/statistics or a related field (preferred).
  • 5+ years prior experience working in IT / software engineering with machine learning development.

REQUIRED SKILLS:
  • 5+ years of knowledge of in one or more of the following programming languages: Python, C++, C#
  • 5+ years of experience in problem solving skills with an emphasis on IT product development
  • 3+ years of knowledge of a variety of machine learning techniques and their real-world advantages/drawbacks
  • 3+ years of knowledge of a software engineering and architecture
  • Logistics experience required.

PREFERRED SKILLS:
  • Process/project management experience or training/certifications.
  • SAP experience nice to have.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Work is normally performed in an office, laboratory, manufacturing floor, or machine shop setting where physical work includes, but is not limited to sitting, standing, reaching, kneeling, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
  • Must be able to understand and comply with all relevant safety practices.

FLSA STATUS/WORKING SCHEDULE:
  • Location: 90% Greer, SC / 10% other locations
  • Schedule: Day shift, 40h/w, 60% office, 40% remote.
  • Assignment Start: ASAP, Contractor position
  • Assignment End: This position is approved through December 31, 2026, with an annual review and extension process scheduled for next year.

DISCLAIMER:
This job description is a high-level overview of general expectations of this position. It is not intended to list every responsibility of the position, nor does it represent an employment contract of any kind.
 

 

SWJ TECHNOLOGY and all of its subsidiaries (i.e., NGE EQUIPMENT and ProjectOne US) are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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