Machine Learning Engineer

Job#: 3009761

Job Description:
Ford Motor Company

Hybrid On-Site Dearborn MI

12+ Month Contract

$48/HR

Position Title: Machine Learning Engineer

Position Overview:

This role is responsible for designing, building, deploying, and scaling advanced machine learning (ML) solutions in domains such as computer vision, perception, and localization. The ideal candidate will automate and optimize the end-to-end ML lifecycle using expertise in experimental methodologies, statistics, and software development.
Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to understand current and future ML requirements.

Design and develop innovative ML models and algorithms to solve complex problems in structured and unstructured environments.

Build, maintain, and optimize scalable ML pipelines, architecture, and infrastructure.

Apply statistical modeling techniques (e.g., decision trees, logistic regression, Bayesian analysis) to improve system performance, data quality, and accuracy.

Adapt ML techniques to emerging areas such as virtual/augmented reality, object detection, tracking, classification, and terrain mapping.

Train and re-train ML models as needed to maintain performance and relevance.

Deploy ML models into production environments and run simulations to test various scenarios.

Automate model deployment and lifecycle management using Agile, CI/CD/CT, and MLOps principles.

Implement model versioning and traceability to ensure modularity and consistency across environments.

Required Skills:

• Python (Intermediate):
  • Data extraction and quality profiling
  • Data transformation (e.g., aggregation, normalization using pandas)
  • Data visualization and statistical analysis (e.g., correlations, pivot tables)
• Forecasting & Applied Statistics:
  • Experience with tools such as scikit-learn, statsmodels, Excel Solver
  • Exposure to Python optimization libraries (e.g., PuLP, OR-Tools)

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with SQL and database querying
• Familiarity with AI-powered development tools (e.g., VS Code, Jupyter Notebook, GitHub Copilot)
• Knowledge of data visualization libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Plotly, Matplotlib, Seaborn)
• Experience with Tableau or Power BI
• Understanding of simulation, optimization, and scenario analysis
• Ability to translate technical findings into executive-level business recommendations

Required Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience in automotive or other professional environments
• Proficiency in Python for data analysis and modeling
• Demonstrated use of AI tools for research, problem-solving, and code generation
• Strong critical thinking and communication skills
• Ability to deliver insights under tight timelines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Experience:

• Launch experience in automotive new model programs
• Experience using AI models to drive research and deliver solutions
• Exposure to forecasting and optimization tools and techniques

Education:

• Required: Bachelor's Degree
• Preferred: Advanced coursework or certifications in ML, AI, or data science

Additional Information:

• Work Arrangement: Hybrid (4 days/week in office)
  • Key Deliverables Include:Data Analytics: Collect, cleanse, and analyze data using Excel, SharePoint, and Python
  • AI-Assisted Research: Use AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot) for competitive analysis and trend research
  • Python Automation: Develop scripts to automate data processing and validation
  • Presentation Development: Create executive-level presentations with clear, data-driven recommendations
  • AI-Enhanced Deliverables: Use AI assistants to refine narratives, validate assumptions, and troubleshoot code
  • Business Plan Support: Provide actionable insights for New Model Programs Business Plan Review forums

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.