Sargent & Lundy is looking to build a multidisciplinary AI/Automation taskforce to design, implement, and scale advanced automation capabilities across both internal operations and their client offerings in the power and energy sectors.
Requirements
- 7+ years of professional experience delivering AI/ML and automation solutions at scale.
- Demonstrated expertise with major AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn), RPA technologies, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
- Experience architecting and deploying production-grade automation systems in operational or engineering environments.
- Strong proficiency in software development (Python preferred), data engineering, and project management methods (Agile, Scrum, Kanban).
- Knowledge of data governance, responsible AI principles, and regulatory compliance for sensitive/regulated industries.
- Experience in the nuclear power or energy sector is a distinct advantage.
- Proven skills in opportunity discovery, demand management frameworks, and strategic intake processes.
Responsibilities
- Define Automation & AI Roadmaps: Shape the multi-year strategic plan for AI and automation across Sargent & Lundy, including prioritizing initiatives that align with business objectives, operational efficiency, and client value.
- Translate Business Needs into Technical Solutions: Partner with business leaders (Finance, HR, Procurement, Engineering) to articulate business challenges and convert these into actionable technical projects.
- End-to-End Solution Development: Oversee the full lifecycle of AI and automation solutions, from feasibility studies and prototyping to scalable system deployment and maintenance.
- Integration of AI Platforms: Coordinate the adoption and integration of third-party and internal/external AI platforms within S&L’s ecosystem, ensuring compatibility and optimal utilization.
- Leading a Multifaceted Team: Supervise a team consisting of AI/ML Engineers, Data Scientists, Data Engineers, RPA Specialists, and Full Stack Software Developers to deliver comprehensive AI/automation solutions.
- AI Governance Frameworks: Design, implement, and maintain governance structures that control and monitor the use of AI/automation tooling, with particular attention to security, data privacy, and regulatory compliance.
- Responsible AI Practices: Champion ethical AI initiatives—ensuring transparency, explainability, and fairness in automated decision-making.
Other
- This position offers the flexibility of a hybrid schedule with the expectation of 3 days per week in our downtown Chicago office, and 2 days remote from home.
- We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
- Outstanding communication skills; proven ability to educate, influence and drive adoption across multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environments with high visibility and accountability.
- Passion for continuous learning and advancing industry best practices in AI and automation.
