AI Agent Development Engineer

• Design develop and deploy AI agents for power plant operations diagnostics optimization and decision support

• Translate power plant operational logic and control system behavior into robust intelligent agent architectures

• Build train test and optimize AI/ML models and agent-based systems using Python

• Develop and maintain data pipelines to ingest process and analyze power plant and control system data

• Integrate AI agents with control systems and historian data preferably Ovation DCS

• Implement agent validation testing and performance monitoring in operational plant environments

• Continuously enhance AI agent performance based on real plant feedback and live data

• Troubleshoot debug and improve deployed AI agents in production systems

In this role you will help shape the future of intelligent engineering and power plant operations by developing hands-on AI/ML and agent-based solutions that simplify engineering work increase productivity and unlock new operational capabilities.

You will build intelligent tools and AI agents that automate control logic generation graphics configuration reporting and engineering workflows enabling plant engineers to focus on higher-value innovation. By analyzing control system and operational data you will uncover patterns develop predictive capabilities and deliver data-driven decision support for real-world power plant environments.

• A Bachelors degree (or equivalent experience) in Engineering (preferably Electrical Instrumentation Mechanical or Control Engineering) with additional coursework or exposure to Artificial Intelligence Data Science or Machine Learning.

• 1-5 years of experience in power plant operations control systems (preferably Emerson Ovation DCS) or industrial automation with a proven ability to lead and manage technology-driven projects.

• Hands-on programming experience in Python with working knowledge of data handling API integration and prototyping AI-based applications.

• Familiarity with AI and ML concepts such as knowledge-based reasoning decision automation and natural language interaction.

• Strong analytical and leadership skills with the ability to translate operational challenges into practical AI agent use cases and guide teams toward successful implementation.

• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively across engineering AI development and plant operations teams.

• Were looking for someone with strong expertise in machine learning deep learning and generative AI including LLMs and advanced techniques that drive automation optimization and decision support. Proficiency in Python TensorFlow/PyTorch and MLOps is essential along with hands-on experience deploying AI in real-world industrial environments.

• A background in power plant operationssuch as boilers turbines combustion and load optimizationcombined with knowledge of control theory (PID MPC fuzzy logic multivariable control) will help you apply AI/ML to optimize performance. Experience with Emerson Ovation DCS or similar control systems is highly valued particularly in integrating AI modules into engineering workflows.

• You should bring experience in predictive maintenance anomaly detection and process optimization using time-series data. Familiarity with responsible AI practicessuch as explainability bias detection and complianceis important to ensure safe adoption in critical infrastructure. Strong communication and collaboration skills will enable you to connect AI innovations with domain experts and deliver practical impactful solutions.

• Exposure to cloud-based AI environments (Azure AWS GCP) and industrial data pipelines for agent deployment and monitoring.

• Passion for bridging AI and domain expertise ensuring responsible explainable and value-driven AI agent deployment in critical industrial environments.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued respected and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation collaboration and diverse perspectivesbecause we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship training or leadership opportunities we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible competitive benefits plans to meet you and your familys physical mental financial and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans with dental and vision coverage Employee Assistance Program 401(k) tuition reimbursement employee resource groups recognition and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal) vacation and holiday leave.