AI Solutions & Enablement Specialist at Niron… · Minneapol…

Summary: Niron Magnetics is commercializing a new magnetic material and is seeking an AI Solutions & Enablement Specialist to drive AI fluency and business impact. This role involves designing AI workflows, delivering training sessions, and ensuring AI governance within the organization. Responsibilities: - Design, configure, and deploy AI-powered workflows and automation solutions that reduce manual effort and improve operational efficiency across business functions - Build and maintain prompt libraries, agent templates, and reusable AI components that teams can leverage across the organization - Integrate AI tools with existing enterprise systems (M365, SharePoint, D365 ERP, and other internal platforms) using APIs, low-code/no-code tools, and light scripting - Evaluate, pilot, and recommend AI tools and platforms based on organizational needs, security requirements, and ROI potential - Support the development of agentic AI solutions in collaboration with engineering leadership - Design and deliver practical, role-specific AI training sessions such as workshops, lunch & learns, and weekly open office sessions for employees at varying skill levels — from beginners to power users - Serve as an internal AI resource and go-to expert, providing hands-on support to staff as they integrate AI into their daily workflows - Develop and maintain internal AI learning resources including guides, how-to’s, recorded sessions, and a curated prompt and template library - Identify and cultivate internal AI champions across departments to sustain adoption and momentum - Research, assess, and recommend AI tools and platforms aligned with organizational goals and security standards - Maintain awareness of the rapidly evolving AI landscape and proactively surface relevant innovations and use cases to leadership - Support vendor engagement, proof-of-concept testing, and implementation scoping for new AI solutions - Assist in integrating and maintaining the organization's AI usage policy, including acceptable use guidelines, data handling standards, and human oversight requirements - Support the organization's AI risk register and contribute to compliance alignment efforts (including NIST frameworks and applicable regulatory requirements) - Help ensure AI tools and workflows adhere to data classification, DLP, and information security policies - Identify and flag potential risks associated with AI tool usage, including shadow AI activity, IP exposure, and data privacy concerns Required Qualifications: - 1–2 years of hands-on experience working with AI tools in a professional setting, including practical experience with large language models (ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot, Gemini, or similar) - Demonstrated ability to design and engineer effective prompts for business use cases, including multi-step and system prompt design - Experience integrating AI tools with business applications via APIs, Power Automate, Zapier, or similar platforms - Comfort with light scripting or development (Python preferred) to support workflow automation and AI integrations - Strong communication and facilitation skills — able to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences - Organized, self-directed, and able to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously - Genuine curiosity about AI and a drive to stay current as the landscape rapidly evolves Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with Microsoft Azure AI services and Azure OpenAI, specifically integrating them with 3rd party LLM's such as ChatGPT and Claude - Experience with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) architectures or vector database concepts - Exposure to AI governance, data privacy, or compliance frameworks (NIST, CMMC, or similar) - Background in or exposure to manufacturing, deep tech, engineering, or R&D environments - Experience building or deploying AI agents using tools such as LangChain, Copilot Studio, or similar frameworks - Microsoft certifications (Azure AI Fundamentals, Copilot, or similar) are a plus but not required Required Skills: AI tools, Large language models, Prompt engineering, API integration, Workflow automation, Python scripting, Microsoft Azure AI services, Azure OpenAI, Retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), Vector databases, AI governance, Data privacy, Compliance frameworks, Self-direction, Facilitation Benefits: Equity position in Niron via stock option grant, Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, Mental healthcare benefits, 401k plan with 6% company match, Paid time off to take time for what you need in life, Experience in a fun, high-performing, manufacturing environment set to change the world