R&D Engineer
About The Position
Role Overview We are seeking a highly motivated R&D Engineer to develop next-generation reconstruction and analysis algorithms for advanced X-ray CT imaging systems. This role sits at the intersection of: Computational imaging Machine learning Physics-based modeling High-performance computing You will design, implement, and validate production-ready reconstruction pipelines that improve image quality, speed, robustness, and automation. This position combines hands-on algorithm development, experimental validation, and cross-functional collaboration to translate research concepts into real-world, deployable solutions.
Requirements
- Master’s degree and/or relevant work experience in technical field: Computer Science Electrical Engineering Applied Mathematics Imaging Science Computational Physics
- Experience with modern ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow)
- Experience processing and analyzing 3D or volumetric datasets
- Strong understanding of: Inverse problems Numerical optimization Signal and/or image processing
- Experience with GPU programming and CUDA
- Proficiency in Python and/or C++
- Strong analytical thinking and experimental validation skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience with tomographic reconstruction methods (e.g., FBP, iterative reconstruction)
- Background in computational physics or imaging system modeling
- Experience transitioning research code into production environments
- Publication or patent experience
- Familiarity with high-performance computing environments
Responsibilities
- Develop and optimize advanced reconstruction algorithms for X-ray CT and related imaging modalities
- Design physics-based and data-driven reconstruction pipelines
- Implement machine learning and deep learning approaches for reconstruction, artifact reduction, and image enhancement
- Solve inverse problems using advanced numerical optimization techniques
- Build high-performance implementations using GPU acceleration (CUDA) and parallel computing methods
- Process and analyze large-scale 3D volumetric datasets
- Prototype new algorithmic concepts and transition them into production software
- Design and execute simulation and experimental validation studies
- Collaborate closely with hardware, applications, and software engineering teams
- Document algorithms, validation results, and software modules clearly and thoroughly
- Contribute to technical publications, patents, white papers, or internal innovation initiatives
- Present technical findings internally and externally, including at conferences when appropriate
Benefits
- At North Star Imaging (an ITW Company), we believe our people are our greatest strength which is why we offer a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.
- Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) with company match; generous paid time off and holiday plans; short- and long-term disability coverage; paid parental leave; tuition reimbursement and education assistance programs; and additional resources that support financial wellness, career growth, and overall well-being.
- We are committed to investing in our employees both personally and professionally.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
