AI Automation Engineer

Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.

Chattanooga (TN)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative work environment
Opportunities for professional growth
Diverse client base

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Tennessee is seeking an innovative AI Automation Engineer to transform legal practice through artificial intelligence. In this role, you'll design and implement AI solutions, collaborate with attorneys, and ensure compliance with data security regulations. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and at least 3 years of experience in AI workflow automation. Join us to enhance our attorneys' capabilities and streamline legal operations in an engaging environment.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in AI workflow automation and process improvement.
  • Experience with large language models and prompt engineering.
  • Strong understanding of data security and encryption.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement AI-powered solutions using approved models.
  • Collaborate with attorneys to identify AI opportunities and pain points.
  • Ensure compliance with data protection regulations.

Skills

AI workflow automation
Process improvement
Communication skills
Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Copilot Studio
Power Automate
SharePoint
Legal research tools

Job description

For over a century, Chambliss has been more than just a law firm—we're a trusted partner to corporations, business owners, families and individuals across the Southeast and beyond. As a growing, mid-sized firm, we offer sophisticated resources and a diverse client base of a large firm with the collaborative culture and direct client access of a boutique practice.

We are seeking an innovative AI Automation Engineer to join our firm's technology team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of transforming legal practice through artificial intelligence, developing and implementing AI solutions that enhance our attorneys' capabilities, improve client service, and streamline legal operations. This role requires technical expertise, strong communication and project management skills to increase efficiency. The Automation Engineer will partner closely with our IT Manager, attorneys and administrative leadership team to build and improve our existing internal AI platform.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Chambliss is located in Chattanooga, TN. Applicants must be willing to relocate or travel to this location to be considered.

Key Responsibilities
AI Solution Automation & Implementation
  • Design and implement AI-powered solutions using commercially available and enterprise-approved models
  • Integrate large language models (LLMs) into firm workflows while ensuring accuracy and reliability
  • Integrate automation solutions with existing software and databases
  • Design, develop, test and deploy automations, and enhance existing automations
  • Evaluate backend systems and potential issues as they arise pertaining to AI implementation
  • Develop RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) systems using firm knowledge bases and legal databases
Legal Technology Integration
  • Collaborate with attorneys and practice groups to identify AI opportunities and pain points
  • Integrate AI solutions with existing legal tech stack
  • Configure integrations using low-code/no-code platforms
  • Work closely with IT and vendors on API-based integrations
  • Create custom tools for contract analysis, due diligence, legal research, and compliance monitoring
Data & Security
  • Ensure all AI implementations comply with attorney-client privilege, confidentiality requirements, and data protection regulations (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)
  • Implement robust data governance and security protocols for sensitive legal information
  • Monitor and audit AI systems for bias, accuracy, and ethical compliance
  • Maintain data privacy standards in all AI training and deployment activities
Innovation & Strategy
  • Stay current with AI advancements and evaluate their applicability to legal practice
  • Conduct pilots and proofs-of-concept for emerging AI technologies
  • Provide technical guidance on AI vendor solutions and procurement decisions
  • Train attorneys and staff on AI tools and best practices
Qualifications
Technical Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, AI/ML, Data Science, or related field
  • 3+ years of experience in AI workflow automation and process improvement
  • Experience in process automation, scripting, and workflow design, and automation tools. Relevant technologies may include Microsoft Copilot studio, Power Automate, SharePoint, enterprise LLM platforms, document management systems, and legal research tools.
  • Experience with LLMs, prompt engineering, and fine-tuning (OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, etc.)
  • Strong understanding of data security, encryption, and access control
Legal Technology Experience (highly preferred)
  • Understanding of legal workflows and terminology
  • Experience working with legal documents and understanding their structure
  • Familiarity with legal research platforms (Westlaw, LexisNexis) is a plus
  • Knowledge of e-discovery processes and document review systems is a plus
Soft Skills
  • Excellent communication skills with ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
  • Strong problem-solving mindset with attention to legal/ethical considerations
  • Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, administrative teams and IT team
  • Project management skills and ability to handle multiple initiatives
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in legal tech, professional services, or regulated industries
  • Knowledge of legal ethics rules and professional responsibility standards

Chambliss is committed to being one of the best law firms to work for in our region. We are actively searching for highly qualified people to work as attorneys, legal assistants, and support staff personnel. Chambliss strives to attract a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We ARE NOT utilizing outside agencies for this role. DO NOT solicit.

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