Applied Data Scientist

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POSITION OVERVIEW
Contribute to and lead in the discovery, development, and improvement of Gentex technology and engage in research and development, testing, and evaluation of novel technologies, processes, and/or applications.
WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Responsible for leading the development of new materials, devices and/or processes that help to advance the company's new product offerings.
• When called upon, assist in problem solving associated with production processes, materials and/or products.
• Analyze competitor and related patents pertinent to the company's initiatives, support patent filings and prosecutions and other related activities.
• Work with suppliers to find products or technologies which can improve quality, reduce cost, or simplify manufacturing.
• Document and analyze experimental data, including maintaining an accurate notebook and/or database of experimental results.
• Apply established principles, theories, and concepts within a particular area of responsibility. Prepare technical reports, summaries, and analyses.
• Manage project teams - lead meetings, write minutes, track progress and report finding to senior leadership
• Perform various laboratory activities relating to research projects within the various R&D groups.
• Support Gentex Manufacturing in assuring that existing processes and products meet quality specifications.
• Mentor and coach other group members in the performance of their research and development duties.
• Work closely with key disciplines to ensure smooth product launches into production.
• Coordination of assembly and testing of new products and/or processes.
• Lead technical collaboration with members from other sections and/or divisions.
• Continue to learn and build expertise in a particular technical field, providing consulting to others as needed.

HOW YOU'LL DO IT

• Uses professional concepts in accordance with company objectives to solve complex problems in creative and effective ways.
• Proven creativity and brainstorming skills.
• Self-motivated - ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a team environment and/or independently.
• Strong work ethic and the ability to focus on the job at hand.
• Must demonstrate the ability for critical thinking.
• Complying with all Company policies and procedures, safety regulations, company safety policies and safely perform all duties, including but not limited to, promoting a safe workplace.
• Maintaining high level of honesty, integrity and confidentiality with respect to company matters.

WHAT TO BRING

• Bachelor's of Science (B.S.) degree in Engineering, Science or other related field with at least 2 years of relevant experience, MS or PhD in Engineering, Science or related field with at least two years of relevant experience or BS with 5 years of relevant experience is preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience at Gentex is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Project management skills
• Proven problem-solving skills

WHAT WILL HELP

• Ability to quickly comprehend and apply new technology.
• Experience guiding and mentoring junior personnel.
• Demonstrated technical interdisciplinary skills.
• Knowledge of statistics and design of experiments.
• Ability to communicate with those with different types and levels of skills.
• Proactive - Demonstrated ability to fix a problem before it happens. Predisposition to get involved.
• Motivated by discovery and problem solving moderated by a sound business sense.

Gentex is an equal opportunity employer
Gentex extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individual's race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, military service, height, weight, genetic information, or any other reason protected by law.
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Gentex is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, email us at recruiting@gentex.com. Gentex will not discriminate against any qualified individual who can perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
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