Lead AI Implementation and Development Engineer

Position Summary

The Lead AI Implementation and Development Engineer will design, build, and deploy AI-driven engineering applications that support IEM's Order, Applications, and Design Engineering functions. This role combines hands-on application development with on-site implementation, working directly with engineering teams to roll out agentic AI tools, automated wiring systems, and generative applications that streamline BOM creation and design workflows. Reporting to the VP of Engineering, this position pairs deep engineering domain expertise with modern AI development to accelerate efficiency across the organization.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a seasoned engineering professional with 10-15 years of experience in Order, Applications, or Design Engineering, well-versed in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and BOM development, who has since expanded into building and deploying agentic AI applications. They understand commercial LLM platforms, enjoy translating engineering domain knowledge into automated tools, and are comfortable traveling to engineering sites to implement and support new AI-powered systems firsthand.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and deploy agentic AI applications that streamline Order, Applications, and Design Engineering workflows

Design and implement automated wiring system tools to reduce manual engineering effort and improve accuracy

Build generative AI applications leveraging commercial LLMs to support BOM generation, technical documentation, and design tasks

Lead on-site implementation and deployment of AI tools across engineering teams and facilities

Partner with Engineering leadership to identify and prioritize high-impact automation opportunities

Provide training, documentation, and ongoing support to engineering teams adopting new AI-enabled workflows

Qualifications

10-15 years of experience in Order Engineering, Applications Engineering, or Design Engineering

Proficiency in AutoCAD and SolidWorks

Demonstrated experience creating and managing Bills of Materials (BOMs)

Hands-on experience developing agentic AI applications

Working knowledge of commercial LLM platforms

Ability to travel up to 25% to support on-site implementation and deployment

Workplace Conditions

Fully remote position with periodic on-site travel required

Reports directly to the VP of Engineering

Collaborates cross-functionally with Engineering, IT, and Operations teams

Travel required: approximately 25%, including visits to manufacturing and engineering facilities

Standard home-office environment when not traveling

Physical Demands

Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer

Occasional travel, including driving or flying to facility locations

Ability to navigate manufacturing floor environments during site visits

Occasional lifting of equipment (e.g., laptop, presentation materials) up to 15 lbs