Artificial Intelligence Specialist

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Artificial Intelligence Specialist Job Description We are seeking a dedicated contractor to deliver innovative AI solutions that enhance productivity and engineering efficiency within our organization. In this role, you will collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and business stakeholders to support AI use cases from initial concept through to deployment and adoption. Responsibilities Partner with product managers and developers to support AI solution delivery throughout the product lifecycle. Define, document, and communicate clear business and technical requirements. Implement AI use cases using approved enterprise AI tools. Coordinate the execution of AI initiatives across engineering teams. Create, test, and refine prompts for generative AI applications. Participate in prompt tuning and experimentation to improve model outputs. Integrate AI services and models into applications and workflows using APIs. Build small prototypes, scripts, or workflow automations. Explain technical concepts in a clear, practical way for non-technical stakeholders. Support training, demos, and coaching to help teams adopt AI tools effectively. Identify opportunities where AI can streamline work, reduce effort, or improve outcomes. Drive adoption of AI tools across the organization by collaborating with general managers. Coordinate pilots in each organization and assist with onboarding. Communicate effectively with stakeholders and upper management to promote AI tool adoption. Essential Skills Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field. At least 1 year of experience in data science, analytics, automation, or AI-related work. Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, including large language models and prompt engineering. Foundational ability to read and write scripts for prototypes, automation, or simple integrations. Understanding of APIs and how to connect scripts or tools to external services. Strong communication skills, particularly in explaining technical topics to non-technical audiences. Additional Skills & Qualifications Exposure to workflow automation tools such as Power Automate, Logic Apps, or Zapier. Familiarity with RAG concepts or vector databases. Awareness of Agile, Lean, or XP delivery methodologies. Ability to identify high-value AI use cases and support ideation and scoping. Coursework, internships, or hands-on experience in data science, analytics, automation, or AI. Familiarity with Kanban or priority task management with standups. Work Environment This role involves working with cutting-edge AI technologies and tools, where creativity and collaboration are key. The environment is dynamic, offering opportunities to engage with diverse teams and stakeholders. The dress code is business casual, and the work schedule may include occasional flexibility to accommodate project needs. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Wilmington, NC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 hybrid position in Wilmington,NC.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.