AI Operations Engineer

Argonne National Laboratory

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Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Lemont, IL
Salary
$69,750–$108,810 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
4 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $169k
This role $89k
$52k most similar roles pay here $232k

This role pays less than 99% of similar roles. Most pay $137,813–$200,400 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $89k versus about $169k for comparable roles.

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About Argonne National Laboratory

Argonne National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary science and engineering research center sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy, conducting research in energy, environment, and national security. Industry: Scientific Research & National Laboratories

Argonne National Laboratory currently has 11 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $69,750–$108,810 across 8 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · AI Operations Engineer

The AI Operations Engineer joins the Physical Sciences and Engineering Operations division to drive the implementation of artificial intelligence capabilities. This role involves partnering with functional leads and subject matter experts to identify, prioritize, and develop AI-driven technologies that reduce manual touchpoints across operational functions. The successful candidate will build and maintain agent-based workflows, manage the end-to-end delivery of automation solutions, and provide technical support for tools while coordinating user training and adoption. Key responsibilities include defining the division's AI strategy and creating reusable patterns to improve productivity. Required skills include proficiency in workflow documentation, project management, and technical analysis. The role requires practical familiarity with LLMs, Microsoft tools like Power Automate, Forms, and Lists, as well as the ability to connect APIs and work with databases using no-code or low-code platforms.

What you'll do

  • Identify and prioritize AI and automation opportunities within the Physical Sciences and Engineering Operations division.
  • Define the overarching AI strategy for operational functions to reduce manual touchpoints.
  • Build and maintain agent-based workflows to automate or augment manual processes.
  • Lead teams of knowledge workers to create skills and agents within approved platforms.
  • Manage the end-to-end delivery, rollout, and user training for new AI solutions.
  • Provide technical support to teams using AI tools and assist in adapting workflows to new use cases.
  • Act as a liaison to the IT organization to leverage accelerators and best practices.
  • Assess AI solutions for reliability, security, data sensitivity, and operational risk.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience, or equivalent.
  • Experience identifying and delivering complex operational, process improvement, or automation projects.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence product roadmaps and align cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Strong proficiency in workflow documentation, technical analysis, project management, and product roadmaps.
  • Experience working in an operational support or administrative support position (preferred).
  • Deep, practical familiarity with LLMs and AI tools.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft tools like Power Automate, Forms, and Lists.
  • Ability to connect APIs, work with databases, and build integrations using no-code/low-code platforms.

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