AI Solutions Developer

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Sargent & Lundy is a leading consulting engineering firm specializing in the power and energy sectors. We are looking for a driven AI Solutions Developer to join our innovative technology team, developing real-world AI applications that support our clients and internal operations.

As an AI Solutions Developer you will contribute to the research, design, and implementation of AI-driven solutions across our business, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, transform business challenges into intelligent systems, and play a key role in operational efficiency and technology adoption.

• Assist in the research, design, and end‑to‑end development of AI solutions and software applications for internal and client‑facing needs
• Build, fine‑tune, and maintain machine learning models using Tensor Flow, PyTorch, or scikit‑learn
• Develop production‑grade code for automation, analytics, and user interfaces, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability
• Apply software development practices: source control with Git, code reviews, documentation, modular design, and coding standards
• Implement robust automated testing (unit, integration, system) for AI and software solutions
• Participate in agile sprint planning and collaborate across functions to align releases with business needs
• Contribute to the selection, integration, and long‑term maintenance of cloud‑based AI services, prioritizing security and performance
• Work closely with engineers, analysts, and IT to identify business problems solvable through AI or software enhancement
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications, develop project plans, and iterate prototypes or proofs‑of‑concept
• Serve as a bridge between technical and non‑technical teams, helping stakeholders understand how solutions deliver business value
• Educate non‑technical users on AI, software capabilities, best practices, and responsible technology use
• Maintain high standards in source code management, branching, merging, and documentation following SDLC
• Ensure data quality for model training and software features, implementing validation checks and monitoring systems
• Support responsible AI principles: transparency, data privacy, bias mitigation, and continuous performance validation
• Design and implement automation solutions (RPA, scripts, workflow tools) to increase productivity and reliability
• Share best practices, mentor colleagues, and stay current on AI, cloud, and software engineering trends
• Support leadership in strategic planning through technical insights from prototypes and production deployments
• Work in a hybrid schedule: 3 days in Chicago office and 2 days remote

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field
• 2+ years of experience developing and deploying AI/ML solutions and production software
• Proficiency with Tensor Flow, PyTorch, scikit‑learn, and Python
• Familiarity with Git, branching, code review, and collaborative codebases
• Experience writing and maintaining automated tests and troubleshooting software
• Exposure to agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and CI/CD practices
• Basic experience deploying cloud services/APIs for AI workloads (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Understanding of the ML workflow: data prep, training, evaluation, deployment
• Strong attention to detail and proactive problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non‑technical audiences
• Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams

• Established company that values innovation and growth
• Collaborative team dedicated to meaningful impact in the energy sector
• Exposure to cutting‑edge projects and data‑driven decision making

• Health Plans:
  Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back‑Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre‑Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time, Vacation, Holidays,…