AI Engineer

Job Title: AI Engineer Company: Loenbro, LLC Business Unit/Department: Information Technology Location: Dallas, TX; Gilbert, AZ; Centennial, CO; Westminster, CO Reports to: IT Innovation Director Employment Type: Full-Time, Hybrid FLSA Classification: Exempt Candidates must have unrestricted work authorization. The company does not currently offer visa sponsorship for this role. About Loenbro Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex and establishing long-standing relationships with our partners. We have a national presence but a local approach—every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care. At Loenbro, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work helps maintain and enhance the critical infrastructure that powers communities across the nation. Job Summary Loenbro is looking for a motivated AI Engineer who is actively building, experimenting, and learning in the AI space. This is an excellent opportunity for someone earlier in their career who has already gotten their hands dirty — whether through personal projects, coursework, or professional work — and is excited to bring AI tools to life in a real-world construction and operations environment. You may start by building self-contained AI tools and workflows, growing into deeper system integration over time. Essential Job Responsibilities Design, build, and deploy lightweight AI-powered tools and applications to improve operational efficiency across construction and business functionsPartner with field teams, operations, and business stakeholders to identify manual, repetitive, or high-friction processes and translate them into AI-driven solutionsDevelop and iterate on prompt engineering strategies to ensure consistent, accurate, and useful outputs from large language models (LLMs)Prototype and test AI workflows using tools such as LLM APIs, automation platforms (e.g., Zapier, Make, Power Automate), and custom scriptsBuild self-contained AI solutions (e.g., chatbots, internal assistants, workflow automations) that deliver immediate value without heavy system dependenciesIntegrate AI tools with internal and third-party systems using APIs to enable scalable and connected workflowsCreate dashboards, interfaces, or simple applications that allow non-technical users to easily interact with AI-driven solutionsMonitor, evaluate, and improve AI tool performance, including output accuracy, reliability, and user adoptionImplement guardrails and validation processes to mitigate hallucinations, ensure data integrity, and support responsible AI usageDocument workflows, tools, and processes to support scalability, maintainability, and team adoptionStay current on emerging AI tools, platforms, and best practices; proactively recommend new technologies or approaches to the businessSupport the evolution from standalone AI tools toward more integrated systems, contributing to long-term AI architecture and strategyCollaborate cross-functionally with IT, data, and business teams to align AI initiatives with broader technology and operational goalsDemo solutions, gather feedback, and rapidly iterate to improve usability and business impact Minimum Qualifications Required: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Data Science, or related field2+ years of exposure to data-related work — whether through analytics, business intelligence, data entry systems, reporting, or supporting data-driven teams1+ year of active, hands-on experience working with AI tools, platforms, or APIs in a professional or personal capacityWorking experience with Claude (Anthropic), ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and/or Google Gemini A portfolio of AI projects is strongly preferred — show us what you’ve built: a workflow, an app, a chatbot, a prompt system, anything that demonstrates initiative and results Preferred Solid prompt engineering skills — you understand how to structure prompts, iterate, and get reliable outputs Experience building AI-powered tools or lightweight applications using LLM APIs (Claude API, OpenAI API, or similar) Exposure to workflow automation platforms such as Make, n8n, Zapier, or Microsoft Power Automate Familiarity with no-code/low-code AI tools and the judgment to know when to use them vs. write custom code Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Environment Hybrid office-based with flexibility for remote work as approvedOccasional support for field teams and job sitesTravel requirements: minimal This role requires compliance with all applicable safety regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Loenbro's Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) policies. Benefits Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team: Medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) retirement plan with company matchPaid time off (PTO) and holiday payLife and disability insuranceProfessional development and training opportunitiesEmployee assistance program (EAP) Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked. Guided By Core Values (LEAD), Grounded In Grit And a Commitment To Excellence, Loenbro Betters Our Families, Customers, And Local Communities. If You’re Ready To Be Part Of a Company That LEADS By Living with IntegrityExceeding ExpectationsActing with UrgencyDelivering Excellence …we want to hear from you. Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer Colorado Pay Range: $1 USD - $1 USD