Data Scientist & ML Engineer (Applied AI for Industry)

Eurecat Technology Centre; Barcelona; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

Transport benefits

Meal vouchers

Training

Childcare

Job summary

Eurecat is seeking a highly motivated Data Scientist and Machine Learning engineer to advance AI-driven solutions for industrial process monitoring, control and optimization. You will join the Applied Artificial Intelligence Unit in Barcelona (Poblenou) or nearby Cerdanyola, contributing to multimodal data analytics and state‑of‑the‑art ML methods.

Work is hybrid with flexible hours and a strong emphasis on professional growth through Eurecat Academy courses, knowledge-sharing, and language

Qualifications

• Experience in data-driven ML/AI solutions for industry.
• Strong coding, validation, and production-ready software skills.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary, collaborative teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust, validated code for data-driven industrial solutions.
• Create multimodal data analytics for various industrial contexts.
• Explore GenAI and LLMs for industrial applications.
• Experiment with GNNs and PINNs for modelling.
• Lead projects and drive collaborative research initiatives.

Skills

Python

Machine Learning

Data Analysis

GNNs

PINNs

Time Series

Multimodal Data

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Scikit-learn

CUDA

Job description

Eurecat is the main Research & Technology Organisation in Catalonia and the second largest private research organization in southern Europe. It brings together the experience of more than 900 professionals and provides services to more than 2,000 companies. Applied R&D, technological services, highly specialized training, technological consultancy or valorisation and exploitation of industrial property are some of the services that Eurecat offers for both large and small and medium-sized enterprises in all sectors. The technology centre participates in more than 200 large national and international consortium projects of high strategic R&I and has 181 patents and 10 spin-offs. The added value provided by Eurecat accelerates innovation, reduces spending on scientific and technological infrastructures, reduces risks and provides specialized knowledge tailored to each company.

Job description

Are you ready to embark on a challenging journey of discovering and applying novel Machine Learning and AI-driven solutions in process monitoring, control and optimization for products in different industrial sectors?

The Applied Artificial Intelligence Unit of EURECAT is looking for a highly motivated Data Scientist and Machine Learning engineer to help us pave the way in transforming products and industries to create a smarter, more sustainable future.

• Whether it’s algorithms or data analytics, we’re here to revolutionize the industrial sector.
• Enriching product functionalities by developing cutting edge data driven solutions
• Industrial Control Systems: from single automation devices to complex machines, we’re exploring AI-based approaches across various levels of industrial control systems: Computer vision, Sensor fusion, model predictive control, self-optimizing processes, surrogate modelling, LLM, Agentic AI, etc.
• Collaboration: Join our multidisciplinary team. Learn, grow, and contribute. Be part of the ML-driven industrial revolution

RESPONSABILITIES

As a valued member of our team, your role encompasses several critical dimensions:

• Code Craftsmanship: Your code will be the bedrock of our innovations. Rigorous validation and refinement ensure optimal efficiency and ready-to market solutions
• Innovative Solutions: You’ll delve into the intricate world of data-driven solutions, harnessing the power of multimodal data across industrial contexts.
• GenAI: Large Language Models are changing the way we interact with data driven solutions, be part of the Agents era for industrial applications
• Modelling industrial settings require novel approaches. Be ready to work with GNNs and PINNs
• TimeSeries analytics: Expect to wield advanced tools like Recurrent Neural Networks and Autoencoders.
• Global Impact: Collaborate on scientific publications, sharing your insights with the wider research community.
• Tailored Growth: We recognize your unique strengths and interests. Your responsibilities will evolve accordingly, fostering personalized development within our team.
• Project Leadership: As you grow and the projects unfold, your adept project management skills will steer us toward success.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND BENEFITS:

This position is located either in Barcelona (Poblenou) or in Cerdanyola del Vallès, near Barcelona (Spain). Besides being well connected to the rest of Europe, Barcelona area offers an excellent quality of life and a vibrant technology ecosystem, with leading research centres, innovative companies, active communities, and a wide range of events and networking opportunities.

Additionally, we offer:

• Permanent contract.
• Hybrid work model (home office and office-based work).
• Flexible working hours, shorter Fridays, and intensive summer working schedules.
• Flexible remuneration package (health insurance, transport, meal vouchers, training, and childcare).
• Professional development through Eurecat Academy courses, weekly knowledge-sharing sessions, and language training (English, Catalan, and Spanish).