Engineering Jobs in Broadlands Virginia Remote

Ridgeview Mission Critical is an established and rapidly growing electrical contractor specializing in high-quality commercial, industrial, and mission-critical/data center projects. We are dedicated to safety, teamwork, and delivering excellence on every job. Our people are problem-solvers, collaborators, and skilled professionals who take pride in doing things the right way.

The Senior Electrical Estimator is responsible for leading the preparation of accurate, strategic, and competitive electrical estimates for complex mission-critical and data center projects. This role serves as a senior technical resource within preconstruction, overseeing all phases of estimating from conceptual budgeting through final bid submission and project handoff.

This position offers a unique opportunity to not only perform high-level estimating work, but also to help build and shape the company’s Preconstruction function. The Senior Estimator will play a foundational role in developing processes, mentoring and training future team members, and growing into a broader leadership position as the department expands.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in electrical systems for critical facilities, extensive experience in fast-paced bid environments, strong leadership capabilities, and the vision to help establish a scalable, high-performing preconstruction team.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the preparation of detailed electrical estimates for mission-critical and data center projects, including material, labor, equipment, subcontracted scopes, and indirect costs.
• Manage the estimating process from conceptual budgeting through final proposal submission.
• Perform and oversee quantity takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and addenda.
• Analyze project documents to identify scope gaps, constructability issues, scheduling risks, and cost drivers.
• Develop comprehensive scopes of work for proposals and subcontractor/vendor pricing packages.
• Attend site visits, client meetings, and bid walks to evaluate existing conditions, access constraints, phasing, and logistics.
• Solicit, evaluate, and level vendor and subcontractor proposals; negotiate pricing and scope alignment.
• Coordinate closely with suppliers on pricing, lead times, procurement risks, and alternate solutions.
• Incorporate market trends, labor productivity, escalation, and supply chain conditions into estimates.
• Lead value engineering efforts and develop cost-saving alternatives while maintaining project requirements.
• Prepare executive-level estimate summaries, clarifications, and proposal narratives.
• Facilitate internal bid reviews and present estimate strategy to leadership.
• Lead handoff meetings with project management teams upon award to ensure continuity from preconstruction to execution.
• Mentor and support junior estimators, reviewing work for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain and enhance historical cost databases, benchmarking tools, and estimating standards.
• Develop and implement scalable estimating processes, templates, and best practices to support future team growth.
• Partner with leadership to build and structure the Preconstruction department, including tools, workflows, and staffing plans.
• Ensure estimates align with construction means, methods, schedule constraints, and field execution strategies.
• Stay current on electrical codes, technologies, materials, labor trends, and mission-critical industry standards.
• Participate in business development activities, including client meetings, industry events, and relationship-building with partners and suppliers.

What You Bring

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in electrical estimating with an electrical contractor, including significant mission-critical or data center project experience.
• Proven ability to lead estimates for large, complex, or fast-track projects.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring others or contributing to team development.
• Interest in building systems, processes, and teams — not just completing estimates.
• Deep understanding of commercial and mission-critical electrical systems.
• Expertise in interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Experience with conceptual, design-build, and negotiated estimating.
• Ability to assess constructability, schedule impacts, and execution risks.
• Proficiency with estimating software, Procore (or similar), and Microsoft Office.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Excellent analytical ability, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Experience supporting both negotiated and hard-bid procurement environments.
• Ability and willingness to travel for site visits and client meetings as needed.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive pay
• Annual bonus target
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Opportunities for advancement in a growing, high-performing company
• A team culture built on respect, excellence, and shared success

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Senior Staff Systems Engineer to serve as an Engineering lead for a space mission payload critical to our nation to join our team in Dulles, VA. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

This role includes Engineering and project management through all phases of the program, from concept development and industry trade study preliminary and detailed design, payload integration & test, space vehicle integration and test and potentially on-orbit demonstration.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

Your mission, should you choose to accept:

• Functioning as the primary payload interface for customers, program management, product line engineering leadership, mission assurance and subsystem engineering teams
• Providing Technical Support / Oversight including
  • Conducting technical trades in coordination with the Mission and Space Vehicle SE teams
  • Ownership of payload specs and requirements traceability 
  • Developing and managing Interface-Control Documents (ICD) between the prime and sub-contractor
  • Playing a key role in major program milestone and readiness reviews
  • Planning, design, and execution of testing strategies to ensure payload qualification, exercise payload functionality and measure performance
  • Supporting the development of operational mission scenarios and payload concepts of operations

• Payload sub-contractor oversight, including cost and schedule performance including
  • Review / Tech Eval of subcontractor proposals
  • Cost account manager (CAM) for Payload WBSs using EVMS
  • Recognizing and mitigating payload related issues and risks

If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!

This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 14 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 12 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 10 years of professional experience
• Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application
• Experience working medium size or larger Government programs
• Experience in managing sub-contractors
• Knowledge of aerospace environmental testing standards
• Experience with spacecraft design, development integration and test
• Experience with payload integration inclusive of ICD development

 Preferred Qualifications:  

• 15+ yrs of direct experience with Space systems
• Established network of contacts in other NG divisions/sectors/programs
• Proposal experience
• CAM experience

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Benefits to Joining Our Team

CPG offers a competitive and comprehensive package that includes additional benefits beyond enhanced medical, dental, and vision coverage

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• Health Benefits - (Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance)
  
• Flexible Spending Account Options
  
• 401K Plan
  
• Employer paid Life & Disability Insurance
  
• Paid Time Off
  
• Employee Referral Program
  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  

CPG is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all employment applicants without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Learn more about CPG by checking out our website here

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• Collaborate with engineering, project management, and commissioning teams to gather information and understand project goals and objectives.
  
• Review project plans, technical drawings, and specifications to gain a deep understanding of the systems being commissioned.
  
• Develop and maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation, including commissioning plans, test procedures, checklists, operating manuals, and technical reports.
  
• Communicate effectively with project stakeholders and team members to gather information and address any questions or concerns related to the documentation.
  
• Ensure that all documentation complies with project requirements, industry standards, and regulatory guidelines.
  
• Continuously update and improve existing commissioning documentation based on feedback and lessons learned from previous projects.
  
• Conduct thorough reviews and technical editing of documents to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency.
  
• Assist in training sessions to educate project team members and end-users on key project commissioning processes and procedures.
  
• Establish and maintain an efficient document control system to manage project documents, including drawings, specifications, test reports, procedures, and other project-related documentation.
  
• Implement document control procedures and protocols to ensure compliance with internal quality standards, industry regulations, and client requirements.
  
• Organize, label, and maintain electronic document repositories to ensure easy retrieval and accessibility of information.
  
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure that all project-related documentation aligns with company quality standards, procedures, and industry best practices.
  
• Conduct regular quality checks and audits on documents to verify accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
  
• Identify and address any inconsistencies, errors, or discrepancies in documentation and / or reports promptly and proactively.
  
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to understand document requirements, project milestones, and updates.
  
• Coordinate with project teams to track and manage the submission, review, and approval of documents according to project schedules.
  

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• 0-2 years' experience as a Project Administrator, Document Controller, QA/QC Coordinator, or similar role within the construction or engineering industry preferred.
  
• In-depth knowledge of commissioning processes and procedures.
  
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, electrical systems, plumbing, and other building systems.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
  
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
  
• Familiarity with industry standards, quality management systems, and regulatory requirements.
  
• Must be able to travel up to 30%
  

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• Proficiency in using documentation tools, such as Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Blue Beam, Smart Sheets, and project management software.
  

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• A competitive salary
  
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  
• Paid time off
  
• Tuition reimbursement
  
• 401k Retirement Plan
  
• Military Reserve pay offset
  
• Paid maternity leave
  

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• Review and understand RFP/RFQ documents from customers and supports request for information (RFI) process as it pertains to the low voltage and related WSFO items of the projects.
  
• Identify project risks and/or challenges as part of solutioning process.
  
• Assist in generation of rough order of magnitude and/or formal estimates for potential projects pertaining to LV efforts or LV portions of larger efforts.
  
• Assist in proposal development of the deliverable.
  
• Maintain a well organize database of bid documents for reference upon award of contract to manage the kickoff process with the PreCon Manager.
  
• Identify additional revenue opportunities for CPG, as applicable.
  
• Coordinate with personnel from sales, engineering, preconstruction, execution, and finance teams.
  
• Collect different quotes from subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers pertaining to the task at hand.
  
• Review and assess cost estimates.
  
• Identify labor, material, costs, and time requirements by researching proposals, blueprints, and any related documents.
  
• Comfortable making site visits and documenting the data for distribution to the CPG team.
  
• 50% travel for local candidates within the NOVA area. 5% outside NOVA.
  
• Create shop drawings and other related documentation for potential change orders during project execution.
  
• Assist estimation and procurement teams to ensure correct material orders and project pricing.
  
• Perform site walks to assist the estimation team in properly pricing material and labor for new opportunities.
  

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• 5-10 years of LV installation/Estimation and on-site project management preferred.
  
• 2+ years of experience in construction estimating, with specific knowledge of mission critical systems
  
• 2+ years of data center experience relating to batteries, UPS replacements and general maintenance required in a mission critical environment is preferred
  
• Electrical estimating is a plus
  
• Ability to interpret contract terms, conditions, and exhibits as applicable to project requirements
  
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment
  
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
  
• Demonstrated experience developing and justifying budgets
  
• Ability to create and maintain processes for project documentation
  
• Ability and willingness to think outside of the box to find creative and innovative solutions prior to and during the construction process to reduce costs with no impact on quality and reliability
  
• Possess excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and be able to maintain high-quality standards
  
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. On Screen Take Off or Bluebeam, Building Connected or Accubid or RS Means preferred.
  
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• 10% travel
  

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• Windows power user skill set, proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, and estimating software such as Accubid, RS Means, On Screen Take Off, Bluebeam, AutoCAD. Fluke/Viavi and other assorted Fiber testing equipment, Fluke LinkWare, Viavi J-Reporter and/or other Testing platform software's. Fujikura, Sumitomo and/or similar splicing tools and software's.
  
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• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15-50 pounds at a time. May be required to walk around facility. Can safely work from a 12' ladder, as well as safely operate and work from a lift to greater heights. Need to be able to visually identify colors for copper and fiber link identification.
  

Benefits to Joining Our Team

CPG offers a competitive and comprehensive package that includes additional benefits beyond enhanced medical, dental, and vision coverage

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• Health Benefits - (Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance)
  
• Flexible Spending Account Options
  
• 401K Plan
  
• Employer paid Life & Disability Insurance
  
• Paid Time Off
  
• Employee Referral Program
  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  

CPG is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all employment applicants without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering
• Proficient in Python with experience building tools using widely adopted libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, Requests, BeautifulSoup, FastAPI, and SQLAlchemy
• Skilled in packaging, testing, and deploying Python applications using tools like pytest, setuptools, and Docker
• Hands-on experience designing, deploying, and managing cloud-native applications using AWS services (e.g., EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, CloudFormation), with a strong grasp of scalable and secure architecture principles.
• Experience designing and operating DevOps platforms including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform, Jenkins), and container orchestration using ECS or EKS - Experience designing and operating monitoring, logging, and performance optimization tools (e.g., OpenSearch, Open Telemetry, CloudWatch, X-Ray)
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Attention to detail, self-discipline, and passion to drive and innovate
• Must be comfortable with test-driven development, continuous integration, and agile development methodologies using tools like GIT, Artifactory, and Jenkins
• Experience working with offshore development teams is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or related field, or equivalent experience is preferred

Estimated Min Rate: $140,000.00
Estimated Max Rate: $165,000.00
What's In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh's network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh's extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh's vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
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Our biotech client is seeking a Communications Project Manager to support Corporate Communications and R&D Communications in a part-time freelance capacity.

This is an ongoing 20 hours/week role with an expected duration of 6 months, with potential to extend. This position is fully remote and you will be reporting directly to the VP, Enterprise Communications.

The Communications Project Manager will serve as an operational and organizational engine for two fast-moving communications teams. This role ensures projects progress on schedule, leadership receives accurate and timely reporting, and executive-ready materials are consistently delivered. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, experienced in cross-functional communications, and comfortable working directly with senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Compile weekly project updates for the VP to support executive staff meeting discussions.
• Prepare and maintain monthly team reports for Corporate Communications and R&D Communications.
• Build quarterly business reviews (QBRs), consolidating inputs from multiple workstreams into executive-ready presentations.
• Create and update executive briefing books (1-2 per week), synthesizing complex information into clear, strategic narratives.
• Attend weekly team meetings (Wednesdays at 10 AM PST and Thursdays at 11 AM PST), maintaining agendas, tracking follow-ups, and ensuring all commitments are completed.
• Coordinate project inputs across cross-functional partners; track progress, identify risks, and flag blockers.
• Gather updates from stakeholders and ensure completeness, clarity, and alignment to team priorities.
• Synthesize themes across projects to identify patterns, insights, and strategic throughlines for reporting.
• Prepare materials in polished, executive-ready formats.
• Maintain project trackers, shared documents, and operational workflows across Airtable, OneNote, and Teams.
• Support the operational organization of both communications teams as they undergo structural changes, helping maintain consistency, accountability, and predictable information flow.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in project management, communications, executive support, or similar roles
• Experience supporting executive communications or communications teams.
• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated success managing multiple deadlines and stakeholder inputs.
• Proactive, self-starting working style with a Type A attention to detail.
• Exceptional written communication skills and comfort preparing executive-level materials.
• Ability to confidently engage senior leaders to request updates, clarify details, and push for high quality inputs.
• Comfortable synthesizing information and identifying key themes, insights, and priorities.
• Strong collaboration skills and a personable, professional presence.

Software Required:

• Airtable
• Workfront
• PowerPoint
• OneNote

In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data, including medical data.

Benefits

Job Title: Director of Analytics & Insights (Amazon Agency)

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Alternate location: Or home based anywhere in the US

Industry: Ecommerce (Amazon Agency)

Channel: Mostly Amazon and

Direct Reports: Team of 5-6 Analysts

Visa: No sponsorship possible. Must have valid work authorization

Job ID: ZR_9557_JOB

Remote work policy: Full remote

Job Seniority: Executive Level, Middle Management Level

Company size: Medium (50-1000 ppl)

Company Ownership: Privately Owned

Industry(ies): Ecommerce, Consumer Goods,

Function(s): eCommerce,

Region(s): Arizona, Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Cincinnati, Las Vegas, Los Angeles Area, New Orleans, NORTH AMERICA, USA, Dallas, California, Fort Lauderdale / West Palm Beach, Houston, Colorado, Connecticut, San Francisco Area, Florida, Miami, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York City area, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Washington DC, Maryland, Delaware, Washington

Company Description

Our client is a well-established ecommerce services organization that supports brands in building and scaling their presence across major online marketplaces (Amazon and mostly). With a long-standing track record in digital commerce, the firm provides strategic and operational support spanning retail, media, creative and performance enablement. Its environment is collaborative, entrepreneurial and data-driven, with a strong emphasis on translating complexity into clear business value.

Objective of the Role

Our client is seeking a Director of Analytics & Insights to lead the strategic development of its measurement and insights capability. This individual will define how performance is measured, interpreted and communicated across client engagements, with a particular focus on ecommerce, digital advertising effectiveness and broader brand growth.

The role is designed for a senior leader who can combine technical depth with business judgment. The successful candidate will establish a clear vision for analytics and reporting, strengthen the quality of insight generation across the organization, and help create scalable frameworks that enable client teams to translate data into action. This position will also play an important role in shaping how advanced tools, automation and artificial intelligence support a modern analytics function.

Ideal Profile

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in ecommerce analytics, digital advertising measurement and commercial insight generation, ideally gained within a brand-led environment, an agency, or a similarly complex client-facing business. A deep understanding of marketplace ecosystems is essential, particularly in relation to Amazon advertising, Amazon Marketing Cloud, omnichannel measurement and upper-funnel media effectiveness.

This person should be equally credible in technical and executive settings: capable of engaging with analysts, data partners and technical teams while also presenting clear, actionable conclusions to senior leadership. The right profile will combine strategic thinking, intellectual curiosity, sound judgment and the ability to bring structure to an evolving function.

Responsibilities

• Define and advance the analytics and insights vision for the organization.
• Establish scalable measurement frameworks covering retail performance, advertising effectiveness, brand growth and operational health.
• Lead and develop the analytics team, strengthening capabilities, role clarity and professional growth.
• Create clear standards for reporting, dashboards and insight delivery across client accounts.
• Improve the quality of interpretation by ensuring data is translated into commercial recommendations and action plans.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on advanced ecommerce measurement, including Amazon Marketing Cloud and omnichannel analytics.
• Partner with internal technology and engineering teams to improve data infrastructure, automation and reporting efficiency.
• Evaluate the current operating model and clarify ownership between analytics, reporting and client-facing teams.
• Support the development of advanced analyses that go beyond standard dashboard reporting and provide deeper strategic value.
• Ensure analytical output remains relevant, accurate, decision-oriented and aligned with the evolving needs of clients and the business.

Requirements

• Significant experience in analytics and insights leadership, including team management.
• Strong expertise in digital advertising measurement and ecommerce performance analysis.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Amazon advertising tools, metrics and measurement methodologies, including Amazon Marketing Cloud.
• Familiarity with omnichannel measurement, customer journey analysis and upper-funnel media evaluation.
• Advanced capability in SQL and experience with business intelligence and visualization platforms such as Tableau, Looker or similar tools.
• Working knowledge of statistical or analytical tools such as Python, R or equivalent.
• Ability to design measurement frameworks that connect media investment to broader business outcomes.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex analysis for non-technical audiences.
• Experience operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment with multiple stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree required; an advanced degree is advantageous.

IDR is hiring for a 6 Month Contract to Hire Technical Product Owner
Join a leading organization in the data technology sector, where innovation and agility drive success. This fully remote role offers the opportunity to influence key data engineering initiatives, collaborating across diverse teams to deliver impactful digital products. If you're passionate about data solutions, thrive in fast-paced environments, and possess a strong technical acumen, this is your chance to make a difference and grow your career.

Position Overview for the Technical Product Owner:
• Act as a pivotal link between Data Engineering teams and business stakeholders to facilitate successful technology delivery across digital products
• Manage and prioritize data engineering product backlog, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives
• Author user stories and acceptance criteria, leading refinement sessions and sprint planning
• Lead Agile ceremonies including daily standups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to ensure smooth delivery
• Utilize data and AI tools to analyze issues, optimize workflows, and maintain high quality in product artifacts

Requirements for the Technical Product Owner:
• Proven experience in stakeholder interaction and managing product backlogs in an Agile environment
• Strong documentation skills and the ability to communicate complex technical requirements effectively
• Proficiency with SQL, data engineering processes, and related technologies such as Azure SQL, Data Factory, SSIS, and Azure Data Lake
• Familiarity with Microsoft tech stack and data delivery tools is highly preferred
• Solid understanding of data engineering concepts and successful delivery of technical products

What's in it for you?
• Opportunity to work remotely with flexible hours, supporting a dynamic team that values innovation and autonomy
• Competitive pay rate of $60-68/hr, leading to an annualized salary of approximately $135,000 + 10% STIP
• Be part of a company with a strong focus on data-driven solutions and cutting-edge technology adoption
• Gain hands-on experience with AI-driven processes and advanced data engineering tools

Why IDR?
• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.
REMOTE

Applied AI Engineer

Compensation:

• Up to $150,000 base salary (direct hire w2 only, no c2c, no 1099), (flexibility on base salary for exceptional experience)

Location:

• Hybrid / Onsite - Greater Kansas City Metro Area
• 3 days per week onsite, 2 days remote
• Candidates must currently reside in the KC metro area or be willing to relocate within a reasonable timeframe
• Fully remote candidates cannot be considered

Work Authorization:

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• No current or future visa sponsorship available

Engagement Type:

• Full time, direct hire only
• No third-party agencies, consulting firms, C2C, or 1099 arrangements

About the Opportunity

Vaco Highspring is conducting a confidential search on behalf of a global enterprise organization with a strong technology footprint, including a proprietary SaaS platform and a technology?enabled services business.

The organization is making a focused investment in artificial intelligence to improve internal efficiency, modernize workflows, and embed intelligent capabilities into its software platform. This role offers meaningful ownership and visibility, with a mandate to build and deploy AI systems that have real, production level impact.

The Role

As an Applied AI Engineer, you will play a key role in integrating AI across internal systems and a customer facing SaaS platform. You will work hands on with large language models (LLMs) and modern AI tooling to automate processes, build internal tools, and deliver intelligent product features.

This is a production focused role operating at the intersection of engineering, product, and business operations, with close collaboration across teams in a hybrid/onsite environment. (3-days per week onsite in Greater Kansas City Metro Area, 2-days remote work.)

Key Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable AI powered services and tools to streamline internal workflows across multiple teams (e.g., operations, content, sales, support).
• Develop and deliver intelligent features within a proprietary SaaS platform.
• Integrate, manage, and optimize multiple LLMs and AI APIs (e.g., OpenAI style, Anthropic style, or comparable providers).
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other engineers, including guidance on architecture, best practices, and performance.
• Build and maintain backend systems and APIs that support AI functionality across products and services.
• Design infrastructure for model serving, orchestration, monitoring, and lifecycle management.
• Implement fallback strategies, model routing, and cost performance optimization.
• Partner cross functionally with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to identify high impact AI opportunities.
• Apply best practices related to data privacy, security, compliance, and responsible AI use.
• Stay current with advancements in AI, LLMs, and MLOps, introducing new approaches where appropriate.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of engineering experience with multiple years of experience in a production environment deploying AI/ML applications or infrastructure.
• Proven experience applying LLMs or similar AI models to real business or product challenges.
• Strong backend engineering skills (Python and/or TypeScript preferred).
• Experience with AI/ML orchestration and deployment tools (e.g., LangGraph style frameworks, Airflow like systems, Kubeflow, Ray, or workflow automation tools).
• Hands on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Front end development experience in areas like React, Node.js, Web Development, front end web product design
• Solid understanding of MLOps practices, including deployment, monitoring, logging, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of data privacy, security, and ethical AI considerations.
• Experience supporting SaaS platforms or technology driven products is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
• Passion for applying AI in practical, high impact ways.

Why This Role

• High visibility and ownership of AI initiatives
• Opportunity to build AI systems that directly impact business outcomes
• Emphasis on production grade systems, not experimentation alone
• Collaborative, hybrid environment with close access to stakeholders

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.