AI & Digital Solutions Engineer

The AI & Digital Solutions Engineer partners with the Continues Improvement Engineer to identify, develop, validate, implement, and continuously improve AI-powered business solutions. The role bridges operational teams and technical development, working directly with employees to understand workflows, test and validate solutions, train users, and drive adoption throughout the software development lifecycle.

Essential Responsibilities

Solution discovery: observe processes, meet with Divisions, document repetitive work, and gather user requirements.

· Development support: collaboration on software builds, AI workflows, reports, dashboards, and database development.

· Testing and validation: user acceptance testing, regression testing, AI output validation, and bug reporting.

· User adoption: train employees, develop SOPs and user guides, conduct demonstrations, and collect feedback.

· Data and analytics: build reports, analyze KPIs, validate production data, and support ROI reporting

Qualifications

• · Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• · Experience with manufacturing operations and ERP systems (Epicor preferred).
• · Proficiency in Python, SQL, REST APIs, Power BI, and modern AI/LLM technologies.
• · Experience developing business applications, automation, and analytics solutions.
• · Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma principles preferred.
• · Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and project management skills.

Key Competencies

• Software Development
• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
• ERP Integration
• Database Design & Analytics
• Process Improvement
• Technical Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Change Management

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments, including standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, and wearing required PPE.

Work Environment

Manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, moving equipment, welding operations, and standard industrial conditions. Compliance with all company safety policies is required.