Lead AI Development Engineer

About this role

At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world-class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world’s most dynamic markets.

Position Summary

The Lead AI Development Engineer will design and build AI-driven engineering applications that support IEM's Order, Applications, and Design Engineering functions. Reporting to the VP of Engineering, this role focuses on the core development of agentic AI applications, generative tools, and automated wiring systems that increase engineering efficiency, with occasional travel to support deployment and stakeholder alignment.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate brings 10-15 years of experience in Order, Applications, or Design Engineering, with strong AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and BOM development skills, paired with hands-on experience building agentic AI applications and familiarity with commercial LLMs. They are motivated by solving complex engineering problems through automation and enjoy building tools from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain agentic AI applications that support Order, Applications, and Design Engineering

• Build automated wiring system tools and generative applications that increase engineering efficiency

• Leverage commercial LLM platforms to develop AI-powered engineering solutions

• Collaborate with Engineering stakeholders to translate BOM, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks workflows into automated processes

• Test, iterate, and refine AI applications based on engineering team feedback

• Partner with the VP of Engineering to prioritize the AI development roadmap

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)

• Experience developing agentic AI applications

• Familiarity with commercial LLM platforms

• Ability to travel up to 10% as needed

Workplace Conditions

• Fully remote position with limited travel required

• Reports directly to the VP of Engineering

• Collaborates with Engineering, IT, and cross-functional teams

• Travel required: approximately 10%

• Standard home-office environment

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer

• Occasional travel for meetings or site visits

• Ability to navigate engineering or manufacturing environments as needed

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

Why Join IEM

At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.

Learn more about IEM at https://www.iemfg.com

We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success. View a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careers

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