AI Engineer

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten "Best Firms to Work For" and Engineering News-Record's top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking an AI Engineer to join its collaborative team in Dallas, TX. This individual will serve a key function in experimenting with emerging techniques, rapidly prototyping solutions, validating value through pilots, and scaling successful concepts into reliable, production-ready systems. In this role, you will have the opportunity to design, build, and deploy full-stack AI applications that solve real engineering and business challenges.

Job Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain production-grade backend services, REST APIs, and data pipelines in Python and/or Node.js that power AI-driven applications at scale;
• Build and ship responsive, user-centered front-end applications using React and modern JavaScript, with a focus on performance, accessibility, and intuitive design;
• Architect and optimize LLM-powered features on Azure OpenAI, including prompt engineering, RAG pipelines, tool/function calling, and fine-tuning, to deliver reliable, production-quality AI capabilities;
• Lead rapid prototyping efforts (spikes, proofs-of-concept, and MVPs) to de-risk ideas, demonstrate feasibility, and accelerate adoption of high-impact AI capabilities;
• Bridge the gap between AI model capabilities and real-world user needs, translating ambiguous requirements into well-scoped, high-impact product features;
• Partner with engineers, project managers, and discipline leads across Langan to surface high-value AI integration opportunities and scope technically sound solutions;
• Proactively identify and prototype automation opportunities that reduce manual burden on engineering teams and accelerate project delivery;
• Communicate clearly with non-technical stakeholders, translating system performance, model behavior, and technical tradeoffs into actionable insights for leadership;
• Work on multiple project timelines simultaneously; and
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field. Advanced degree is preferred;
• Internship experience in software engineering or applied AI roles;
• Hands-on proficiency with Python and/or JavaScript (Node.js), React, and the Azure ecosystem (Azure OpenAI, Azure Functions, App Services). Familiarity with ML libraries such as LangChain or similar frameworks is a plus;
• Experience with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, GitHub Copilot) to accelerate implementation, improve code quality, and support documentation;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities; and
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment;

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.