AI Enablement and Automation Lead

Strategic Staffing Solutions; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Strategic Staffing Solutions is seeking an AI Enablement and Automation Lead in Detroit, MI for a hybrid role (onsite Tue–Thu). The incumbent will drive AI adoption across corporate applications, bridging business and technology teams to deliver measurable value while ensuring governance and security compliance.

Requirements include 7+ years in IT/ digital transformation, 3+ years in AI/automation, and proficiency with Copilot, Power Platform, and Azure AI services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 7+ years in IT, digital transformation, business analysis, automation, or enterprise apps.
• 3+ years implementing AI, automation, analytics, or digital workplace solutions.
• Experience with Copilot and Power Platform.
• Knowledge of enterprise governance, cybersecurity, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement AI-enabled solutions using Copilot, Copilot Studio, Power Platform, and Azure AI.
• Lead creation of conversational agents, copilots, automations, and knowledge assistants.
• Collaborate with SAP, HR, Documentum, ServiceNow, and other enterprise systems to integrate AI capabilities.
• Develop proofs-of-concept, pilots, and production-ready AI solutions.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with enterprise architecture.
• Ensure compliance with SOX, privacy, and data protection standards.

Skills

AI enablement

Automation

Strategic advisory

Change management

Digital transformation

Business analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / Business / Eng / Data Analytics

Tools

Microsoft Copilot

Copilot Studio

Power Automate

Power Apps

Azure AI Services

Data analytics tools

Job description

AI Enablement and Automation Lead

Detroit, MI (Hybrid/Onsite Tues-Thurs)

W2 contract role

12 Months then eligible for Contract renewal

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated AI Enablement & Automation Lead to drive the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Generative AI, Copilot technologies, and intelligent automation across Corporate Applications and supported business functions. This role will serve as a strategic advisor, solution leader, and change agent responsible for identifying AI opportunities, developing automation strategies, enabling business adoption, and delivering measurable business value through AI-powered solutions.

The successful candidate will bridge business and technology teams, helping transform operational processes, improve employee productivity, enhance decision-making, and accelerate digital transformation while ensuring compliance with enterprise governance, cybersecurity, and regulatory requirements. This role aligns with emerging AI adoption, enablement, and governance practices identified across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement AI-enabled solutions using Microsoft Copilot, Copilot Studio, Power Platform, Azure AI, and related technologies.


• Lead the creation of conversational agents, copilots, workflow automations, and knowledge assistants.


• Collaborate with application teams supporting SAP, HR, Documentum, ServiceNow, Physical Access, and other enterprise platforms to integrate AI capabilities.


• Develop proof-of-concepts, pilots, and production-ready AI solutions.


• Ensure solutions are scalable, supportable, secure, and aligned with enterprise architecture standards.


• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including SOX, NERC CIP, privacy, and data protection standards where applicable.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related field.


• 7+ years of experience in Information Technology, Digital Transformation, Business Analysis, Automation, or Enterprise Applications.


• 3+ years of experience implementing AI, automation, analytics, or digital workplace solutions.


• Microsoft Copilot, Copilot Studio


• Power Automate, Power Apps


• Azure AI Services


• Prompt Engineering


• AI Agent Development


• Business Process Automation


• Data Analytics and Reporting


• Systems Integration