Lead AI Engineer

A DAY IN THE LIFE

- Senior technical expert responsible for designing, building, and operationalizing Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning solutions that deliver measurable business impact across Blattner’s portfolio of projects. Actively supports the occupational development of HSE team by managing the SMART goal and performance management processes.

- Serves as both architect and builder, setting technical standards for AI/ML development, MLOps, and integration with enterprise IT systems and partners closely with business leaders, IT, and data stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions from concept through adoption.

- Drives the technical direction of AI initiatives spanning generative AI, predictive analytics, and optimization use cases.

- The Lead AI Engineer also mentors technical talent, establishes best practices, and ensures AI systems advance operational efficiency, forecast accuracy, and risk reduction.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field

- 8 or more years of applicable professional experience in Machine Learning, AI Engineering, or related fields.

WHAT WILL SET YOU APART

- Hands-on expertise in developing, deploying, and scaling AI/ML models in production environments (e.g., preference for Azure AI ecosystem).

- Proven ability to collaborate across technical and business teams.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

- Competitive pay

- 100% employer-paid HDHP health insurance premiums for employees

- 100% employer-paid dental insurance premiums

- 401(k) with company match

- HSA and FSA options

- Vision insurance

- Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)

- Work/Life balance

- Employee/Family focused culture

- Gym on site

- And more!

$131,222.00 - $190,272.00 Individual Compensation to be determined based on the applicant's applicable experience and qualifications balanced against internal equity.

WHO ARE WE?

Blattner Company is a leading renewable energy contractor and service provider with utility scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects across the United States. Based at our headquarters in Avon, Minnesota, we are powered by over a century of construction experience and passionate, innovative employees.

Be a part of something bigger and join the Blattner team – Leading America to a clean energy future!

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