AI Engineer (Level I - V)

This position focuses on the design, development, and support of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions to meet the organization's operational and strategic needs. The AI Engineer will be responsible for developing and supporting AI solutions including support for tools such as Azure OpenAI, Microsoft CoPilot, ChatGPT Enterprise, Anthropic Claude, etc. The position will build and optimize AI/ML models, integrating them with critical business applications, and ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in AI/ML frameworks, cloud platforms, and data engineering, while also possessing excellent communication and customer service skills. Responsibilities will include end-to-end AI solution development, from data preparation to application integration, model deployment and continuous monitoring. Responsibilities for any and all AI solutions will evolve throughout the years as business and IT support needs change. Desired is a candidate with an ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders, interpret business requirements, and deliver innovative, reliable, and secure AI solutions.

This position requires a strong customer service focus, a positive attitude, and excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsible for compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards, corporate policies, guidelines, and procedures, including but not limited to RUS, OSHA, SOX, NERC, FERC, and ITS requirements. Promotes an environment of compliance and continuous improvement to meet the Corporation's goals and objectives.

Job Duties

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience:

Equivalent Experience:

Responsibility:

Licenses, Certifications, and/or Registrations: The following relevant certifications are a plus:

Specialized Skills:

+ Proficiency in AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-learn. + Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with other languages like JavaScript or R. + Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their AI/ML services. + Knowledge of big data technologies, such as Apache Spark, Hadoop, or Snowflake. + Experience with data preparation, feature engineering, and model optimization techniques. + Familiarity with version control tools (Git, SVN). + Proficiency in data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau etc.). + Experience with DevOps and CI/CD pipelines for AI/ML model deployment. + In-depth understanding of data privacy and security best practices. + Familiarity with AI ethics, bias mitigation, and responsible AI practices. + Experience with regulatory compliance frameworks (e.g., NERC CIP, Sarbanes Oxley, etc.). + Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail. + Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. + Strong customer service focus with a positive attitude. + Ability to work independently and as part of a team.