AI Engineer

Location: Markham, ON, CanadaDate Posted: Jan 13, 2026The AI Engineer is responsible for the development of AI solutions, typically leveraging pretrained models and copilots, to support GEI’s priority digital and AI initiatives. This role focuses on building, deploying, and integrating AI capabilities into business workflows in a secure, scalable, and maintainable manner.The AI Engineer plays a hands-on role in active AI Solutions Factory use cases by implementing AI-based solutions, integrating enterprise data sources, and supporting solution reliability and performance. This role works closely with solution architects and platform teams to ensure AI solutions are production-ready, aligned with GEI standards, and capable of scaling across use cases.Build and deploy AI-based solutions using pretrained models and Copilot technologies.Design and implement prompt flows, plugins, and orchestrations using Copilot Studio and Azure Functions.Integrate AI capabilities into business workflows and applications.Integrate enterprise data sources securely, including APIs, Graph connectors, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and event-driven patterns.Maintain and optimize Power BI dashboards that support AI-enabled workflows and insights.Instrument AI solutions for telemetry, reliability, performance monitoring, and cost control.Provide technical support and troubleshooting for deployed AI solutions.Identify implementation risks and support mitigation strategies in collaboration with architecture and platform teams.Minimum Qualifications 4+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 1 year building Generative AI applications.Experience with Generative AI Large Language Models (LLMs), including solution development and fine-tuning for domain-specific tasks.Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, PySpark, R, or SQL.Experience delivering Generative AI (LLM) solutions, preferably on Azure.Familiarity with Azure AI library APIs, including GPT, Codex, and DALL·E, and other frameworks (e.g., Databricks Mosaic) for integrating Generative AI into business workflows.Knowledge of big data technologies such as Spark and Databricks; familiarity with TensorFlow and PyTorch is a plus.Knowledge of Azure cloud services, including Azure AI Platform, Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse, and Azure Cognitive Services, and their integration with ML workflows.Familiarity with AI ethics, bias mitigation, explainability techniques, and responsible AI practices.Knowledge of security best practices for AI solutions, including data encryption, access control, and endpoint protection.Prior experience implementing AI/ML solutions in professional services, engineering, or construction environments is a plus.Azure or Databricks certifications (e.g., Azure AI Engineer Associate, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Databricks ML Professional, Databricks Data Engineer Professional) are a plus.We are GEI.Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here .Employee-owned. Employee-focused.As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career sitehere .GEI’s Total Rewards Package IncludesMarket-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance BonusPay Range For This Position: CA$110,000.00 - CA$150,000.00/yearComprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and MoreWell-Being Program and Paid Parental LeaveHybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone StipendsGEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition ReimbursementConnecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for AdvancementSupport and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional LicensesPaid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off ProgramRewards and RecognitionGEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here )A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and InclusionPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWORK ENVIRONMENTFunctional Demands:SedentaryxLightMediumOtherActivity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)Physical Activity RequirementsOccasional(0-35% of day)Frequent(33-66% of day)(67-100% of day)Not ApplicablexStandingxWalkingxClimbingxLifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)xLifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)xCarrying objectsxPush/pullxTwistingxxReaching forwardxReaching overheadxxxxKeyboard use/repetitive motionxTaste or smell (taste=never)xTalk or hearxAccurate 20/40Very Accurate 20/20Not ApplicableNear VisionxFar VisionxYesNoNot ApplicableSensory RequirementsMinimalModerateAccurateNot ApplicableDepth perceptionxHearingxReasonably AnticipatedNot AnticipatedxChemicalxxExtreme temperaturesxRadiationxUneven surfaces or elevationsxxDust/particulate matterxOther (exposure risks):x81012Other work hoursGEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr