Senior AI Solutions Architect for Utilities

Burns & McDonnell; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

1898 & Co. seeks a consultant focused on AI solutions and architecture to transform utility operations and decision-making.

You will partner with clients to identify high-impact opportunities, shape AI strategies, and collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and business experts to design solutions that improve operations and customer experiences. You’ll lead workshops, articulate solution roadmaps, and mentor project teams in a fast-paced, innovative environment within Burns & McDonnell’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master’s/PhD preferred).
• 7 years of experience in analytics, AI/ML, or utility operations with a strong focus on solution development and strategy.
• Proficiency with Python and support data and analytics libraries.
• Strong familiarity with the electric utility industry, its data domains (AMI, SCADA, GIS, asset/customer systems).
• Working knowledge of AI and analytics methods (machine learning, predictive modeling, data visualization).
• Consulting or client-facing experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research into analytics applications for new domains, focusing on electric utilities and critical infrastructure.
• Apply pragmatic problem-solving to create value while ensuring data integrity.
• Document findings, develop visualizations, and communicate insights to stakeholders.
• Envision and design AI-enabled solutions addressing grid modernization, asset management, outages, renewable integration, and customer engagement.
• Translate business needs into AI/analytics opportunities and define solution roadmaps.
• Collaborate with technical experts to ensure scalable, client-aligned solutions.

Skills

Python

AI/ML

Analytics

Client-facing

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

1898 & Co. seeks a consultant focused on AI solutions and architecture to transform utility operations and decision-making.

You will partner with clients to identify high-impact opportunities, shape AI strategies, and collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and business experts to design solutions that improve operations and customer experiences. You’ll lead workshops, articulate solution roadmaps, and mentor project teams in a fast-paced, innovative environment within Burns & McDonnell’s