Artificial Intelligence (AI) Consultant

Job Description Job Description Artificial Intelligence (AI) Consultant Location: Middletown, PA (onsite location; remote work permitted) Work Arrangement: Remote until further notice, with mandatory onsite orientation and onsite work as required in Middletown, PA Schedule: 40 hours/week; 8 hours/day, 5 days/week Interview: In-person interviews at PTC facilities in Middletown, PA Contract: Nov 2, 2026 - Jun 30, 2027. Historically, these roles are extended for an additional year.

Visas Accepted: USC, GC, GC EAD, H1B Role Overview The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) is seeking an Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning Consultant to design, develop, deploy, support, and improve AI models and applications. The consultant will work with cross-functional teams to solve AI-related challenges, analyze complex data, implement practical solutions, and communicate findings to stakeholders. The assignment is remote until further notice, with onsite work required when necessary.

The selected consultant must attend a full-day orientation and personally collect assigned equipment at a PTC office in Middletown, PA. Equipment will not be shipped, and orientation/equipment pickup travel costs will not be reimbursed. In-person interviews, stakeholder sessions, implementation activities, and system support may also require onsite attendance. The consultant must be available to reach the PTC work location within 3 hours in an emergency. Engagement requires satisfactory ePATCH and National Criminal Background Checks.

Other reimbursable travel, when applicable, is subject to GSA limits, supporting receipts, and submission within 60 days.

Primary Responsibilities " Design, develop, and deploy artificial intelligence models and algorithms. " Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address AI-related challenges. " Analyze and interpret complex datasets to extract actionable insights. " Manage, maintain, and troubleshoot existing AI applications and models, including resolving bugs and other issues to maintain performance and reliability. " Continuously improve AI models through iteration and experimentation. " Stay current with advancements in artificial intelligence and machine learning. " Document findings, results, and recommendations and present them to stakeholders.

Required Technical Skills " Proven experience in artificial intelligence, machine learning, or data science. " Experience with both natural language processing (NLP) and computer vision. " Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Java. " Experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries, including TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn. " Familiarity with Microsoft Azure, Azure Synapse, and data workflows and pipelines. " Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. " Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education " Required: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications No additional preferred qualifications specified.