Data Scientist/Systems Engineer

Job description

**Data Scientist/Systems Engineer**

Kelly Services is currently seeking a Data Scientist/Systems Engineer position for one of our top clients in Jacksonville, FL.

+ Kelly Outsourcing Consulting Group KellyOCG, a managed solution provider and business unit of Kelly Services, Inc., is currently seeking a Controls Engineer for a long-term engagement at one of our Global clients in Jacksonville, FL.

This role is a full-time, fully benefited position.
+ As a KellyOCG employee you will be eligible for Medical, Dental, 401K and a variety of other benefits to choose from.
+ You’ll also be eligible for paid time off, including holiday, vacation and sick/personal time.
+ All KellyOCG employees receive annual performance reviews.

**As a Data Scientist/Systems Engineer placed with KellyOCG you will be responsible for the following:**


You will be instrumental in improving equipment performance, ensuring compliance with FDA, ISO, and GMP standards, and supporting the deployment of innovative automation technologies.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer who thrives in a hands-on, problem-solving environment.

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically versatile Data Scientist / Systems Engineer to join our multidisciplinary engineering team focused on building next-generation medical imaging devices.

In this role, you will work at the intersection of optical systems design, data engineering, medical imaging, and AI-driven computer vision, contributing directly to the development of life-changing diagnostic and surgical tools.
You will begin by supporting critical data collection and labeling efforts, then grow into broader responsibilities in AI model development, optical simulation, clinical image processing, and regulatory documentation.


+ **System Design & Development** Design, develop, and implement control systems including PLCs, HMIs, motion control, and robotics for automated manufacturing equipment.


+ **Troubleshooting & Optimization** Diagnose and resolve issues related to downtime, quality, and system performance.

Continuously optimize equipment for safety, efficiency, and reliability.



+ **Regulatory Compliance** Ensure all automation systems comply with FDA regulations, ISO standards, and GMP requirements specific to medical device manufacturing.


+ **Documentation & Validation** Generate and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, support equipment validation activities, and ensure change control processes are followed.


+ **Process Improvement** Lead initiatives to implement new technologies, conduct root cause analysis for failures, and drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.


+ **Commissioning & Support** Assist with the commissioning, upgrades, and troubleshooting of new and existing equipment.

Provide training and support to maintenance and operations teams.

**Optical Systems & Engineering**

+ Design, model, and simulate optical components and subsystems for compact medical imaging devices.
+ Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers to integrate optical designs into device hardware.
+ Support optomechanical installations and systems validation activities.

**Data & Image Pipeline Development**

+ Build and maintain data pipelines to ingest, store, and process large-scale imaging datasets (e.g., DICOM).
+ Develop robust image processing workflows including enhancement, denoising, segmentation, and filtering.
+ Establish and enforce data governance protocols ensuring data quality, security, and HIPAA compliance.
+ Manage the transfer and integration of data with clinical systems such as PACS.

**AI & Computer Vision**

+ Design and implement machine learning and computer vision models for medical image analysis.
+ Develop algorithms for segmentation, object detection, classification, and surgical scene understanding.
+ Continuously iterate and optimize models based on real-world clinical data and feedback.

**Required Qualifications:**

+ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, or related technical field.
+ 2–5 years of experience in a related role (e.g., data science, optical systems, medical imaging).
+ Proficient in Python, with experience using libraries like OpenCV, NumPy, Pandas, and Matplotlib.
+ Experience with machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc.).
+ Working knowledge of medical imaging formats such as DICOM and familiarity with clinical systems like PACS.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ Experience with optical design tools (e.g., Zemax, Code V, or equivalent).
+ Familiarity with FDA regulations, SaMD, and quality systems (e.g., ISO 13485, 21 CFR Part 11).
+ Prior experience working in or supporting clinical trials, medical device, or regulated environments.
+ Experience with cloud-based data infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure) is a plus.

**Important information:** This position is recruited by a remote Kelly office, not your local Kelly branch.

Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

**Why Kelly** **®** **?**
The Managed Solutions practice within Kelly Outsourcing and Consulting Group (KellyOCG ® ) is one focus within the full array of Kelly Services® workforce solutions.
Kelly Services has transformed from the staffing industry pioneer to a leading workforce solutions provider.

KellyOCG is the distinguished outsourcing and consulting segment of Kelly Services, known for applying a forward-looking approach that enables companies to make strategic workforce planning decisions that impact their business and competitive advantage.
The Managed Solutions practice area of KellyOCG is dedicated to partnering with clients to architect and implement solutions that put them in a position to meet their operational obligation to their organization and freedom to focus on their more strategic business needs.

As a Kelly Services employee, you will have access to numerous perks, including:

+ Vacation and sick pay
+ Paid holidays
+ 401(k) plan
+ Group medical, vision, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance options
+ Kelly Discounts on goods and services, auto and home insurance, and tuition at Kelly partner schools
+ Kelly Learning Center offers free courses and trainings
+ Weekly pay


**About Kelly Services** **®**
As a workforce advocate for over 70 years, we are proud to have a role in managing employment opportunities for more than one million workers around the globe.

We employ 550,000 of these individuals directly with the remaining workers engaged through our talent supply chain network of supplier partners.

Revenue in 2015 was $5.5 billion.

Visit kellyservices.com and connect with us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/kellyservices) , LinkedIn (http://www.linkedin.com/company/kellyservices) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/kellyservices) .
Kelly Services is an equal opportunity employer including, but not limited to, Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and is committed to employing a diverse workforce.

Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.

(https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm)


As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources.

Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability.

As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.

In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Find what’s next with Kelly ® .

As a worker today, it’s up to you to take charge of your career and look for opportunities to learn, grow, and achieve your potential.

Helping you find what’s next is what we’re all about.

We know what’s going on in the evolving world of work—just ask the 440,000 people we employ each year.

Connecting with us means getting the support, guidance, and opportunities needed to take your career where you may have never imagined.

About Kelly

Work changes everything.

And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you.

To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity.

It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life.

It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world.

Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce.

Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center.

Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws.

A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities.

At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide.

Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center.

Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws.

A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

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