Artificial Intelligence Engineer

Location: Reston, VA

Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid — 3 days in office, 2 days remote

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Pay Rate: $59.35–$77.03 / Hour (USD)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

The Artificial Intelligence Engineer will design, develop, and deploy AI/ML solutions that enhance the client's engineering, construction, and business processes. This role bridges advanced technology and practical application, ensuring AI systems deliver measurable value across projects and functions. The position requires strong technical expertise in AI and machine learning, combined with an understanding of engineering workflows and data governance.

AI Solution Development

• Design, build, and implement AI/ML models for predictive analytics, generative design, and automation.
• Convert prototypes into production-ready applications using frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-learn.

Data Engineering & Integration

• Collaborate with data engineers to develop robust data pipelines and architectures.
• Apply ETL techniques and big-data tools to cleanse, organize, and transform data for AI models.

Deployment & Optimization

• Deploy AI models on cloud platforms (Azure AI/ML, Databricks) and integrate with the client's digital ecosystem.
• Implement MLOps practices for lifecycle management, monitoring, and continuous improvement.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Work with cross-functional teams (engineering, IT, project controls) to align AI solutions with business objectives.
• Communicate complex AI concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure AI solutions adhere to the client's security, ethics, and compliance standards.
• Maintain documentation for models, processes, and decision-making.

Innovation & Continuous Learning

• Stay current with emerging AI technologies (e.g., agentic AI, multimodal systems).
• Contribute to the client's AI Center of Excellence initiatives and innovation programs.

• Proficiency in Python and AI frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure AI stack, Databricks)
• Knowledge of MLOps, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
• Works under minimal supervision with latitude for independent judgment
• Handles issues of diverse scope within defined parameters
• May act as a technical lead on small projects or initiatives

• Familiarity with Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
• Experience with knowledge graphs, agent-based AI systems, and predictive analytics
• Understanding of engineering and construction workflows

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field (required)
• Master's degree preferred

• 8–12 years of relevant experience in AI/ML development, or 12–15 years of related work experience without a degree

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

This client is a globally recognized engineering, procurement, and construction firm with more than 125 years of history delivering complex infrastructure projects across energy, infrastructure, nuclear and environmental remediation, government services, and mining and metals sectors. Operating across 160 countries on all seven continents and completing more than 25,000 projects, the organization serves national governments, global energy companies, and the world's largest public agencies at a scale that is nearly impossible to find elsewhere. With a Glassdoor rating of 4.0 stars and 78 percent of employees recommending the company to a friend, it employs civil and structural engineers, project controls specialists, procurement managers, nuclear and environmental remediation professionals, and — increasingly — data science and AI professionals who drive the organization's digital transformation.

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-12080 Industry: Data & Analytics

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