AI Engineer

KEYTRONIC CORPORATION•Spokane Valley, WA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Keytronic is a team-based, supportive environment where everyone is able to feel encouraged and supported. We provide opportunities for growth through seminars, certifications, on-the-job training, and career advancement. Our team and employees are proud of our product diversity and team environment. We are an international company where you will do something different every day in our fast-paced work environment, but we are always finding ways to create something new and be innovative. We encourage you to apply for this position if you enjoy being challenged, working in a dynamic work setting, and being a part of a team that creates products that drive our world, while providing an innovative workplace with deep camaraderie, compelling product diversity, and resources to build your career. Keytronic provides competitive salaries and benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation, Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, and 401K. We also have a company provided wellness program because we care about the wellbeing of our employees inside and outside of the workplace. We organize volunteer opportunities, company activities, and all-employee meetings to show we value our employees and the community around us! JOB SUMMARY: Primary responsibilities include the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of AI-powered tools and automation systems to support business operations across departments. This position will focus on building intelligent solutions that streamline quoting, engineering, and financial workflows. The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities, develop AI models and data pipelines, and ensure secure, scalable implementation. This role is part of the AI and Systems Development team and is expected to contribute to the broader digital transformation strategy of the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
3 or more years of experience in software development, data engineering, or AI/ML application development.
Proficiency in Python and experience with AI/ML libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
Experience with SQL databases, data modeling, and ETL pipelines.
Familiarity with Microsoft ecosystem (e.g., Power Platform, Copilot, SharePoint, Azure).
Strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ERP systems (e.g., QAD) and quoting or manufacturing workflows.
Familiarity with AI agent development (e.g., Copilot Studio, prompt engineering).
Experience deploying AI tools in secure, on-premise environments (e.g., ChatKTC).
Knowledge of ITAR compliance and data governance best practices.
Experience with RESTful APIs, JSON, and cloud-based deployment models.
Experience with Git/GitHub and version control best practices.
Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish, Vietnamese, and/or Chinese.

Responsibilities

Design and implement AI-powered tools and automation workflows to improve operational efficiency.
Develop and maintain data pipelines and APIs integrating AI models with internal systems (e.g., QAD, SharePoint, SQL databases).
Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, prototype solutions, and iterate based on user feedback.
Deploy and support AI tools in production environments, ensuring reliability, scalability, and security.
Document technical designs, workflows, and user guides to support adoption and training.
Monitor AI tool performance and continuously improve accuracy, speed, and usability.
Contribute to the development of AI governance, best practices, and internal standards for responsible AI use.
Stay current with emerging AI technologies and recommend new tools or approaches to enhance business capabilities.
Provide backup support to other system developers and engineers as needed.
Performs other duties when required that are outside of normal job duties.