McFarland Johnson ยท 1 month ago
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Implementation Lead
Binghamton, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expMcFarland Johnson (MJ) is a 100% employee-owned firm with 80 years of experience in innovative engineering and technology solutions. The AI Implementation Lead is responsible for leading the adoption of artificial intelligence within the organization, ensuring that employees understand and effectively use AI tools to enhance productivity and drive business outcomes.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Build organization-wide comfort and capability with generative AI tools (e.g., MJ Virtual Assistant, Copilot, ChatGPT, internal AI utilities)
Ensure AI becomes a daily productivity and creativity tool - not a novelty
Connect AI opportunities to MJ's business priorities: efficiency, communication, and innovation
Keep staff trained, informed, and confident as AI evolves
Coordinate closely with Director of Technology and Executive AI Council
Trains the Executive AI team and keeps them aware in as close to real time as possible of advances in AI tools relevant to our business
Lead short, hands-on sessions ('brown bags,' demos, workshops) for all departments throughout the year
Rotate focus e.g., 'AI for Project Managers,' 'AI for Proposal Writing,' 'AI for Designers.'
Maintain a quick-reference guide and short videos staff can use after training
Track participation and adoption progress by division
Serve as the go-to resource for staff questions, examples, and safe-use guidance
Curate real MJ examples of successful AI use for internal sharing
Help to identify 2'3 small, high-impact pilot efforts per year (e.g., automating a repetitive internal task, improving a report workflow)
Partner with IT and leadership to evaluate and scale what works
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Communications, or a related field
Equivalent industry experience may substitute for formal education if the candidate demonstrates strong applied AI and training skills
3+ years of relevant professional experience or course work ideally within an engineering, architecture, or consulting environment
Demonstrated experience leading technology adoption or training initiatives - doesn't need to be formal 'AI experience,' but must show the ability to teach and translate tech for practical use
Hands-on familiarity with generative AI tools (ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini, etc.) and workflow integration into common platforms (Office 365, SharePoint, Teams, Bluebeam, etc.). AMAZON Q for business most preferred
Proven ability to develop and deliver live training sessions, workshops, and self-guided materials to mixed technical and non-technical audiences
Strong communication and facilitation skills. The candidate must be comfortable engaging groups, fielding questions, and demonstrating tools in real time
Naturally curious and approachable with the ability to act as a 'translator' between technical and practical users
Comfortable testing and learning on the fly, sharing wins and lessons learned
Balanced view of innovation and policy. Candidate will understand the importance of data security and responsible use
Preferred
Continuing education or certifications in AI, data analytics, or digital transformation are a plus (e.g., Microsoft Copilot certification, Coursera/Google AI courses, or OpenAI training modules)
Bonus: experience applying AI to business operations, marketing, proposal development, or engineering workflows
Benefits
Competitive base salary with performance-based incentive payment plan/bonus structure.
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage.
Generous Paid Time Off, including Parental Leave.
Company funded ESOP + 401(k) employer match.
Ongoing technical training and professional development opportunities.
Company
McFarland Johnson
McFarland Johnson is an employee-owned, multi-disciplined consulting firm, providing innovative and economical solutions to engineering, planning and environmental service needs since 1946.
201-500 employees
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