Data/Simulation Scientist III

Role: Staffing – Data/Simulation Scientist III

Location: - 100% On-Site/Full-Time Corning, NY

Pay Rate $ 65/hr on W2

Duration: 12 + Months

Key Responsibilities

·         Develop and implement mathematical programming, simulation models and cost models (e.g., linear and mixed-integer programming, discrete-event simulation) to address real-world business challenges.

·         Analyze process flows, resource allocation, production planning, and logistics scenarios, recommending evidence-based improvements.

·         Collect, clean, and analyze operational data; translate findings into model parameters and actionable insights.

·         Collaborate with cross-functional teams to frame business problems, gather requirements, and present results to technical and non-technical audiences.

·         Document models, methodologies, and results; support knowledge sharing and team best practices.

·         Assist in deploying optimization, simulation and cost modeling tools into production using modern software and platforms.

Experiences/Education – Required

·         Bachelor’s degree in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related quantitative discipline.

·         7+ years of practical experience applying operations research and industrial engineering techniques to solve business or engineering problems.

·         Proficiency with optimization solvers (e.g., CPLEX, Gurobi, Pyomo+GLPK), simulation tools (e.g., AnyLogic, SimPy), and programming languages such as Python.

·         Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; attention to detail and a passion for problem-solving.

·         Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

·         Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.

·         Curious, adaptable, and eager to continuously learn and apply new methods.

·         Results-oriented and proactive in driving projects to completion.

·         Experiences/Education – Desired

·         Master’s degree preferred.

·         Experience with data preparation, workflow automation, and visualization is a plus.

·         Exposure to manufacturing, supply chain, or commercial analytics preferred.