AI Applications Engineer

About Veeco

You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team.

Are you passionate about applying AI to solve complex engineering challenges and improve how teams work? Veeco is seeking an AI Applications Engineer to help identify, develop, and deploy AI-enabled solutions that enhance engineering productivity, accelerate decision-making, and drive innovation across the organization.

In this highly visible role, you will partner with engineering, IT, and business teams to evaluate emerging technologies, develop practical AI applications, and support the adoption of solutions that deliver measurable business value. This is an opportunity to work hands-on with cutting-edge AI technologies while helping shape Veeco's digital transformation strategy.

• Partner with engineering and business stakeholders to identify high‑value opportunities for AI and automation.
• Translate business needs into use cases, requirements, and implementation plans in collaboration with IT and data teams.
• Evaluate, prototype, and deploy AI applications, agents, and workflow automations that improve engineering productivity.
• Recommend and integrate AI tools, copilots, and related technologies that align with business, technical, and governance requirements.
• Lead pilots, implementation activities, user enablement, and adoption efforts for new AI solutions.
• Manage assigned projects, including stakeholder coordination, success metrics, documentation, and training.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in software engineering, AI applications, digital transformation, workflow automation, engineering systems, or a related technical field.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze business or technical challenges and contribute to practical technology solutions.

• 5 years of related experience.
• Experience leading technical initiatives with limited supervision.
• Ability to evaluate complex business and technical requirements and influence solution direction.
• Experience partnering with senior technical and business stakeholders.
• Advanced knowledge of AI platforms, workflow automation technologies, and modern software development practices.

• Ability to identify workflow challenges and contribute to automation and AI-enabled solutions.
• Working knowledge of Python and familiarity with APIs, cloud platforms, workflow automation tools, or low‑code technologies.
• Understanding of AI/ML and generative AI concepts, including large language models and copilots.
• Ability to…