Requisition ID: 296699
Relocation Authorized: National - Single
Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
Work Location: Washington,DC
Salary Range: $140,800 - $203,700 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)
Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:
Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.
Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.
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Job Summary:
Bechtel is seeking a Senior AI Engineer Finance to serve as a hands-on technical leader within the Finance Transformation and AI team, responsible for architecting, building, and scaling production-grade AI, machine learning, and generative AI solutions across enterprise finance processes, including Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Treasury, Tax, and Controllers.
This role owns end-to-end delivery, from shaping business problems and prototyping solutions to designing scalable architectures, deploying into production, and driving adoption. You will partner closely with Finance leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that transform forecasting, planning, reporting, and operational workflows with measurable impact.
The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with strong business acumen and leadership capability-able to operate as an independent contributor while mentoring others, establishing engineering standards, and influencing stakeholders. This role is central to advancing Finance Transformation by building robust, scalable AI solutions that move beyond experimentation to sustained enterprise value.
This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.
Major Responsibilities:
Lead the design, development, and scaling of production-grade AI, machine learning, generative AI, and automation solutions for enterprise Finance use cases
Own end-to-end solution delivery, from problem framing and prototyping to architecture, deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement
Define and implement scalable solution architectures that combine data pipelines, AI models, workflow automation, APIs, and enterprise systems integration
Partner with Finance leadership and cross-functional teams to prioritize use cases, define success metrics, and deliver measurable business outcomes
Establish and reinforce engineering standards, including code quality, testing, monitoring, governance, and responsible AI practices
Mentor team members and provide technical leadership through design reviews, coaching, and reusable solution development
Communicate complex technical concepts and insights clearly to senior stakeholders, influencing decision-making and adoption
Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Finance, or a related field, with 6+ years of relevant experience; or a master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience
Proven experience designing, deploying, and operating AI/ML or data-intensive solutions in production, using cloud platforms and modern engineering practices
Required Knowledge and Skills:
Strong experience in finance or enterprise business environments, including FP&A, Treasury, Accounting, Reporting, or transformation initiatives
Deep understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, or GCP), data pipelines, MLOps/LLMOps, CI/CD, model monitoring, and scalable AI solution architecture
Experience with generative AI, LLMs, RAG, agentic workflows, and enterprise AI applications
Track record of taking solutions from proto@type to scaled deployment with measurable business impact
Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence across technical and business teams
Excellent communication and executive presence, with the ability to translate complex topics into clear, actionable insights
Total Rewards/Benefits:
For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards
Diverse teams build the extraordinary:
As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.
We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.
At Bechtel, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with optional disability and supplemental insurance options, generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period), nine paid holidays, paid parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components
Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com
