AI \ ML Deployment Specialist

Buro Happold; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

401(k) with company match

Annual discretionary bonus

Generous PTO (4 weeks) plus 10 paid holidays

Job summary

Buro Happold is seeking an AI/ML Automation Deployment Specialist to join our hybrid engineering team in either New York City, NY or Pittsburgh, PA. You will support the deployment and operationalization of AI, ML, and automation platforms while contributing to global initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, strong Python skills, and 1+ years in the AEC industry. We offer a salary range of $75K-$95K and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in AEC industry supporting engineering, design, or digital workflows.
• Master's degree is a plus but not required.
• Practical exposure to AI/ML in applied or prototype contexts.

Responsibilities

• Support deployment and operationalization of AI, ML, automation platforms.
• Work with teams for configuration, testing, and documentation.
• Capture user feedback to facilitate continuous improvement.

Skills

Python

Communication skills

Data-driven workflows

Familiarity with BIM tools

AI/ML exposure

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Revit

Rhino

Grasshopper

Dynamo

Job description

AI/ML Automation Deployment Specialist

Buro Happold is seeking an AI/ML Automation Deployment Specialist to join our hybrid engineering team in either New York City, NY or Pittsburgh, PA.

As an AI/ML Automation Deployment Specialist, you support the deployment, adoption, and operationalisation of AI, ML, automation, and agentic platforms across the US region, while contributing to global technology initiatives.

Your key duties

• Support the rollout and adoption of AI-enabled and agentic platforms across US projects, including platforms such as DataGrid and VIKTOR.
• Work with Regional Automation Leads, BIM teams, and project teams to support configuration, testing, documentation, and onboarding.
• Apply automation and AI tools within live project workflows, operating independently within a defined scope.
• Capture user feedback, adoption challenges, and lessons learned to inform continuous improvement.

AI Productivity & Prompting Enablement (US)

• Support the implementation and adoption of AI productivity and prompting capabilities used across the practice.
• Develop and maintain prompting guidance, examples, and workflow-based use cases aligned with engineering delivery.
• Support targeted training sessions and knowledge-sharing activities.

US Automation & Efficiency Tools

• Support the development, testing, and deployment of automation and efficiency tools identified by US automation and BIM teams.
• Contribute to validation, documentation, and refinement of tools prior to wider rollout.
• Assist in preparing guidance material to support consistent adoption.

Global AI & Automation Support

• Support global AI, ML, automation, and agentic platform initiatives under the direction of senior developers and global leads.
• Contribute through defined tasks such as prototyping support, testing, documentation, deployment preparation, and feedback synthesis.
• Participate in pilot and proof-of-concept initiatives with a focus on usability, scalability, and adoption.
• Function as a feedback link between US project experience and global development teams.

Your Skills and Experience

• 1+ years of experience and background in the AEC industry with supporting engineering, design, or digital delivery workflows.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computational design, or a closely related discipline. Master’s degree is a plus but not required.
• Strong capability in Python and data‑driven or parametric workflows.
• Familiarity with BIM and design environments (Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper, Dynamo).
• Practical exposure to AI/ML and agentic systems in applied or prototype contexts.
• Strong communication skills and confidence collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Candidates who do not meet all requirements are still encouraged to apply for consideration.

What We Offer

• Salary range of $75,000 to $95,000, determined by location, skills, education, and experience.
• Generous benefits package.
• Annual discretionary bonus.
• Generous PTO (4 weeks) plus 10 paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Hybrid working (minimum 3 days per week in office) and summer hours.
• Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees.
• Connection to global network of experts on industry initiatives.
• Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
• Participation in our diversity and inclusion forums and employee resource groups.

A place for everyone

Buro Happold values flexible working patterns and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.