Director of Artificial Intelligence - Manufacturing & Industrial

Job Description Director of Artificial Intelligence – Manufacturing & Industrial Systems\n\nWe’re representing a global manufacturing group investing heavily in AI and data-driven transformation. With a footprint across automotive, aerospace, and precision engineering, the business is embedding AI across predictive maintenance, process automation, and real-time analytics.\n\nAs they scale, they’re seeking a Director of Artificial Intelligence to drive enterprise-wide AI integration – from proof-of-concept to full deployment – working cross-functionally across operations, supply chain, and executive leadership.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n * \n\n Own and lead the AI strategy across industrial applications, driving long-term innovation and commercial impact.\n\n * \n\n Build and manage a high-performing AI team including Data Scientists, ML Engineers, and external partners.\n\n * \n\n Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and C-suite leaders to identify business-critical AI use cases.\n\n * \n\n Oversee AI/ML model development, deployment, and lifecycle management across complex manufacturing systems.\n\n * \n\n Lead vendor selection, tech stack decisions, and budget for AI transformation.\n\nExperience Required:\n\n * \n\n Proven leadership in AI within manufacturing, industrial automation, or automotive environments.\n\n * \n\n Hand...