AI Analyst/AI Architect

AI Analyst / AI Architect

Onsite – Central Houston

Full-Time | Excellent Benefits | Long-Term Growth Opportunity

Our client is seeking a forward-thinking AI Analyst/Architect to lead the design, deployment, and optimization of AI-driven solutions across their manufacturing organization. This role will focus on leveraging technologies such as custom GPTs, LLM-based tools, generative AI, and intelligent automation to streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and drive digital innovation.

This is a highly visible position with the opportunity to directly shape the company’s AI strategy and build impactful, real-world solutions.

Qualifications

Education / Certification

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, AI/ML, or a related field
• Equivalent industry experience may be considered in lieu of formal education

Experience

• 2+ years working with AI/ML technologies, ideally including LLMs such as GPT
• Hands-on experience with OpenAI, Azure OpenAI, LangChain, or similar frameworks
• Strong understanding of prompt engineering, model fine-tuning, and API-based integration
• Experience deploying or customizing solutions within Microsoft Copilot
• Acumatica ERP experience is a plus
• Familiarity with Python, REST APIs, and cloud ecosystems (Azure preferred)
• Excellent communication, documentation, and project management skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Power BI, Azure Cognitive Services, or Microsoft Copilot Studio
• Knowledge of AI governance, data privacy, and responsible AI practices
• Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Major Responsibilities

1. AI Solution Development & Deployment

• Design, configure, and deploy custom GPTs and other AI/ML models tailored to business requirements
• Partner with business leaders to identify high-value use cases and translate them into production-ready AI solutions
• Lead prompt engineering, fine-tuning, and integration of LLMs into internal systems and applications

2. Copilot & Acumatica Integration

• Build and deploy AI tools that enhance productivity within Microsoft Copilot (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook)
• Integrate generative AI capabilities into Acumatica ERP to automate tasks, streamline workflows, and improve data-driven insights

3. AI Strategy & Governance

• Establish and maintain best practices for responsible AI, including data governance, ethical use, and model transparency
• Monitor model performance and continuously iterate based on user feedback and system data

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with IT, R&D, training, and business units to ensure seamless integration of AI solutions
• Provide training, onboarding, and ongoing support to end users and internal teams

5. Research & Innovation

• Stay current on emerging AI/ML technologies, advancements in LLMs, and the evolving generative AI landscape
• Evaluate external AI tools, APIs, and platforms for potential adoption and integration

Why This Role Is Exciting

• Opportunity to lead AI innovation for a well-established, industry-leading company
• Direct impact on digital transformation across multiple business functions
• Excellent benefits, long-term stability, and room for career advancement
• Onsite role in Central Houston with strong visibility and cross-functional involvement