Principal AI Engineer

Principal AI Engineer

Join a dynamic and fast-evolving team that is building next-generation AI-based tools and agent systems for the construction industry. The AI and Data Team focuses on designing intelligent AI agents and copilots using modern AI/ML techniques.

• Architecture and design:
  Lead the design of AI/ML infrastructure, platforms, and services, ensuring they are reliable, performant, and scalable.
• End-to-end development:
  Own the entire lifecycle of AI projects, including prompt engineering, workflow design, model deployment, and A/B testing.
• Technical leadership:
  Mentor and guide teams, hold a high technical bar for solutions, and partner with other senior engineers to align technical solutions with business needs.
• Implementation:
  Write code in languages such as Python, build APIs and microservices, and integrate AI/ML models into existing systems.
• Continuous learning:
  Stay current with rapidly evolving AI technologies, including LLMs and agentic AI patterns.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work with cross‑functional teams, including product managers, business users, and security teams, to deliver AI‑powered products.
• Problem‑solving:
  Apply strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to address complex technical challenges.
• Integrate AI:
  Assist in the development and execution of comprehensive plans to integrate AI technologies into business processes, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and boost employee productivity.
• AI Rollout:
  Ensure the scalability, reliability, and security of AI solutions by implementing best practices for AI model development, deployment, and maintenance.

• At least 3 years of experience in software development and machine learning.
• At least 2 years of experience with generative AI, specifically large language models (LLM).
• Excellent knowledge of machine learning algorithms, deep‑learning frameworks (e.g., Tensor Flow, PyTorch), and statistical methods.
• Experience with generative AI concepts such as Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG), agentic workflows, and training LLMs with structured and unstructured data sets.
• Experience with data connectors and API gateways that support seamless communication between systems.
• Deep subject‑matter expertise in AI technologies, including Copilot Studio, OpenAI, Semantic Kernels, Azure AI Foundry, Google Gemini, Microsoft 365, M365 Copilot, Anthropic, and AWS platforms.
• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and MLOps tools.
• Strong programming skills in Python and experience with AI/ML frameworks.
• Proficiency in vector databases and embedding models for retrieval tasks.
• Understanding of knowledge graphs is a plus.
• Possess strong problem‑solving and strategic thinking abilities.

DPR Construction is a forward‑thinking, self‑performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a private, employee‑owned company that has grown into a multi‑billion‑dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR gives you the chance to try new things, explore unique paths, and shape your future. Here we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity, and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company, and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Construction and Civil Engineering