Automation & AI Systems Engineer

Bay Cities Container•Pico Rivera, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Bay Cities is hiring a hands-on developer and architect to build and maintain the automation and AI systems that support its digital ecosystem. The role designs enterprise-grade workflows, Copilot-style AI agents, and Power Platform applications to connect business units, reduce manual work, and enable data-driven decisions. Working directly with the CITO and cross-functional stakeholders, the Engineer scopes automation opportunities, plans implementation, calculates ROI, and delivers measurable outcomes. The position is described as 100% onsite at the Pico Rivera headquarters, with a possibility of hybrid or remote work, and includes frequent travel to company sites as required. The Engineer develops and operates automations and integrations across Microsoft Power Platform, n8n, Azure, ERP systems, Microsoft 365, and third-party platforms. The role also builds AI agents and copilots, develops department-focused AI tools, connects AI to business data, and researches AI models for predictive analytics, document processing, and process optimization, while supporting governance and compliance. The position partners with the CITO on strategy-aligned initiatives, translates business challenges into roadmaps and project proposals, and leads technical delivery from design through testing, rollout, and documentation. It collaborates across IT, Data, and Workflow Teams; supports a shared Automation & AI Library; provides training and documentation; mentors technical staff; and measures automation performance, adoption, uptime, and reductions in manual work. The role requires frequent travel of up to 35%, US-person status, and successful completion of pre-employment checks, drug screening, and a physical examination.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
At least 3 years of experience developing automations, Power Platform solutions, or AI-integrated workflows.
Proven experience designing and deploying enterprise systems using Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI, and Dataverse.
Experience with n8n workflow orchestration.
Experience with Azure, including Logic Apps, AI Services, and OpenAI integrations.
Experience with Microsoft Copilot and Copilot Studio.
Experience with REST APIs, JSON, and data orchestration.
Ability to analyze business processes and implement automation solutions with measurable impact.
Strong documentation, testing, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to present ROI, efficiency, and performance outcomes to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong project management, prioritization, and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple efforts in a rapidly changing environment.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Must be a US person: US citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, with proper identification and documentation.
Must pass background and reference checks, drug screen, and physical examination prior to employment.
Frequent travel, up to 35%, to the Pico Rivera headquarters and other company sites as required.
Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds; regularly talk or hear; frequently stand and sit; and occasionally walk and reach with hands and arms. Close and color vision are required.

Nice To Haves

Experience integrating ERP systems such as Amtech, Llumin, Helios, or Encore, or manufacturing automation platforms.
Hands-on experience with AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, or Copilot for Microsoft 365.
Familiarity with data pipelines, Power BI reporting, and Microsoft Fabric.
Background in manufacturing, packaging, or workflow automation industries.
Strong understanding of business process design and digital transformation methodologies.

Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain enterprise-grade automations using Microsoft Power Platform and n8n.
Create scalable, modular n8n workflows to orchestrate integrations between ERP, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and third-party systems.
Develop integrations between ERP systems and Microsoft 365 using APIs, Logic Apps, and Fabric connectors.
Manage n8n workflows across environments, including version control, documentation, and operational reliability.
Document system architecture, process logic, and dependencies.
Build, train, and maintain AI agents and copilots using Copilot Studio, Azure OpenAI, and n8n-triggered workflows.
Design prompt-engineering strategies and custom GPT-based tools for departments such as HR, Finance, Operations, and Sales.
Integrate AI systems with structured business data, including Fabric, Power BI, and SharePoint.
Research, test, and implement AI models for predictive analytics, document processing, and process optimization.
Ensure governance and compliance for AI and automation usage.
Partner with the CITO to scope automation and AI opportunities aligned with company strategy.
Translate business challenges into automation roadmaps with deliverables, milestones, and ROI.
Prepare project proposals detailing resource requirements, technical approach, and business impact.
Lead technical execution from design through testing, rollout, and documentation.
Collaborate with IT, Data, and Workflow Teams to connect automation efforts across systems.
Support a company-wide Automation & AI Library of reusable n8n flows, Power Automate templates, and agent designs.
Provide documentation, runbooks, and training materials to improve adoption and sustainability.
Mentor and guide technical staff on Power Platform, n8n, automation best practices, and AI integration.
Align automations with Power BI dashboards and Fabric datasets for real-time business visibility.
Track automation performance and adoption and report ROI using data.
Establish and monitor KPIs for automation uptime, performance, and reduction in manual workflows.
Travel to Bay Cities headquarters and other company sites as required, up to 35%.