Artificial Intelligence (AI) Consultant

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• Job Title : Artificial Intelligence (AI) Consultant
• Client: Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC)
• Work: Remote with occasional travel to Middletown, Pennsylvania
• Open to all visa statuses except OPT
• Location: Remote – Continental United States
• Engagement Type: Contract
• Work Authorization: C2C is accepted

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science, or a related field.
• Proven professional experience in artificial intelligence, machine learning, or data science.
• Hands-on experience designing, developing, and deploying AI/ML models.
• Experience with natural language processing (NLP) and computer vision.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages, including Python, R, or Java.
• Experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries such as:
  • TensorFlow
  • PyTorch
  • Scikit-learn
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure cloud services.
• Experience with Azure Synapse Analytics and data workflows, including data pipelines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and independently drive solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Strong documentation, presentation, and organizational skills.

• The position will be remote until further notice, with the candidate preferably based within the continental United States.
• The selected consultant must be able to travel to the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission's facilities in Middletown, Pennsylvania, when required.
• Potential onsite locations include:
  • Central Administration Building, 700 South Eisenhower Boulevard, Middletown, PA.
  • Turnpike Industrial Park, 2850 Turnpike Industrial Drive, Middletown, PA.
• In-person interviews, stakeholder meetings, and project work sessions may be conducted at these facilities.
• The selected consultant must attend a full-day, onsite orientation at a designated Middletown office to collect assigned equipment. Equipment will not be shipped or collected by another individual.
• Travel costs associated with the initial equipment pickup and orientation day will not be reimbursed.
• Consultants located within a three-hour commuting distance must cover required travel costs within the agreed bill rate; no additional travel compensation will be provided.
• Other eligible travel expenses, when approved and reimbursable, must comply with federal GSA guidelines and include appropriate receipts and documentation.
• Travel expenses must be submitted within 60 days of the travel date.
• Consultants must be able to reach the PA Turnpike work location within three hours in an emergency.
• Onsite attendance may be required for planned implementations, system issues, or other project needs, with advance notice when possible.

• Required equipment and access to administrative services will be provided by the PA Turnpike Commission as applicable.
• Equipment may include a laptop, tablet, laptop bag, monitors, keyboard, mouse, and other necessary accessories.
• All issued equipment must be returned within two weeks of offboarding and must be in good working condition.
• The vendor may be held responsible for unreturned equipment or damage beyond reasonable wear and tear.
• The vendor is responsible for arranging an appropriate workspace for its project team.
• Consultants must use cameras during meetings and maintain a professional appearance while attending virtual meetings.