About the Company

Prospec Associates is a renowned engineering consultancy specializing in delivering innovative solutions across various technical engineering sectors. With a reputation for excellence and a commitment to advancing engineering practices, Prospec Associates serves a diverse client base that includes industrial, manufacturing, and infrastructure organizations. The company prides itself on fostering a collaborative environment that promotes continuous learning, technological advancement, and sustainable development. Their focus on cutting‑edge engineering solutions and data‑driven decision‑making positions them as a leader in the industry, consistently pushing the boundaries of what is possible through innovation and expertise.

About the Role

Prospec Associates is seeking an experienced Data Scientist to join their team on a contract basis, outside IR35. This role offers the flexibility of 100% remote work, enabling the candidate to operate efficiently from any location. The primary responsibility of the Data Scientist will be to analyze complex datasets, develop predictive models, and generate actionable insights that provide clients with a competitive edge. The successful candidate will work closely with cross‑functional teams, including engineers, software developers, and business analysts, to design and implement data‑driven solutions tailored to specific business challenges. This position is ideal for a professional with a strong background in data science and a passion for applying analytical techniques within engineering contexts.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record as a data scientist, demonstrating expertise in Python and its libraries such as Numpy, Pandas, Scikit‑Learn, Matplotlib, and Plotly. A solid understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and data mining techniques is essential. Experience with data engineering—including building pipelines, managing databases, and working with cloud infrastructure such as AWS—is highly desirable. The candidate should have strong skills in data analysis, visualization, and cleansing, with an ability to communicate complex insights effectively to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders. A degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field is required, with additional certifications or training in data engineering or cloud platforms considered advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify and understand business problems, translating them into data‑driven solutions.
• Design, develop, and implement algorithms and statistical models to analyze and interpret large and complex datasets.
• Work closely with software engineers to integrate data models into production environments, ensuring seamless deployment and scalability.
• Communicate findings, insights, and recommendations effectively to both technical teams and non‑technical stakeholders, facilitating data‑driven decision‑making.
• Maintain high standards of data quality and accuracy across all deliverables, ensuring reliability of insights.
• Continuously monitor and optimize the performance of models and algorithms, adapting to new data and evolving business needs.
• Stay informed about emerging trends, tools, and technologies in data science to ensure the application of best practices and innovative approaches.

Benefits

Prospec Associates offers a dynamic and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development. The role provides the flexibility of remote working, allowing for a healthy work‑life balance. The company values its employees and offers competitive compensation packages, along with opportunities for training and skill enhancement. Working with a forward‑thinking consultancy provides exposure to diverse projects across engineering sectors, fostering a comprehensive understanding of industry‑specific data challenges. Additionally, the role offers the chance to collaborate with a talented team of professionals dedicated to technological innovation and excellence in engineering solutions.

Equal Opportunity

Prospec Associates is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. They do not discriminate based on race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. The company values diversity and believes that a varied workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, and Prospec Associates is dedicated to providing a fair and equitable hiring process.