Ai Engineer

Description Actalent is hiring an AI/ML Automation Engineer to support advanced automotive CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) initiatives for a major OEM client. This role focuses on building AI enabled automation, scripting, and predictive modeling solutions that integrate with existing CAE simulation workflows. The ideal candidate is not required to be a CAE subject matter expert, but must be comfortable working alongside CAE engineers, understanding their terminology, and translating engineering problems into AI driven technical solutions. AI/ML & Agentic Automation Development

• Design and implement AI/ML workflows to accelerate engineering analysis and simulation tasks.
• Develop agentic AI solutions (LLM driven assistants, prompt based automation) to support engineering workflows.
• Apply modern GenAI tools (e.g., LLMs, prompt engineering frameworks) to automate repetitive or complex engineering tasks. [Actalent...Transcript | Video] Engineering Workflow Scripting & Integration
• Build Python based scripts and automation to integrate AI models into CAE toolchains.
• Support automation inside or alongside CAE platforms (e.g., ANSYS, HyperWorks, CATIA, or similar).
• Translate CAE requirements into executable automation, scripts, or AI workflows. Predictive Modeling & Data Preparation
• Assist with preparing, organizing, and validating engineering datasets for ML training.
• Support development of predictive models (e.g., neural networks) for simulation acceleration or outcome prediction.
• Work with structured and semi structured engineering data to support AI training pipelines. Collaboration & Technical Translation
• Collaborate closely with CAE engineers and internal Actalent technical leads.
• Understand engineering problem statements and propose AI based solutions.
• Communicate technical approaches clearly across AI and engineering stakeholders. Additional Skills & Qualifications Required Qualifications
• Strong Python development experience.
• Hands on experience with AI/ML concepts (traditional ML and/or modern GenAI approaches).
• Experience building automation pipelines, scripts, or tooling for technical workflows.
• Ability to understand engineering terminology and workflows (CAE exposure is a strong plus, not a requirement). [Actalent...Transcript | Video]
• Experience working in collaborative, R D oriented environments. ________________________________________ Preferred / Nice to Have Skills
• Exposure to CAE tools such as ANSYS, HyperWorks, CATIA, LS DYNA, or similar.
• Experience with agentic AI frameworks or LLM orchestration tools.
• Familiarity with Physics informed ML, simulation data, or predictive modeling.
• Experience supporting automotive, aerospace, or mechanical engineering teams.
• Cloud experience (AWS, Azure, or GCP) for ML workflows.

Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Newark, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $75.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 23, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.