Role Title: AI-Led Operational Technology Architect
Location: UK (With expected travel)
Salary:Competitive salary and package dependent on experience
Career Level: Associate Manager
Role Overview
The AI-Led OT Architect helps clients transform operational technology (OT) environments through the application of artificial intelligence, industrial data platforms, and digital engineering. The role sits at the intersection of OT, IT, and AI, designing architectures that connect industrial assets, control systems, and enterprise platforms to enable predictive, autonomous, and data-driven operations. This is a client facing consulting role combining solution architecture, delivery leadership, business development support, and innovation. You will work with asset intensive industries including mainly in utilities, helping clients unlock value from AI-enabled operations, industrial digital twins, predictive maintenance, operational optimization, and intelligent automation. Drawing on expertise in OT systems, industrial data architectures, cloud platforms, and AI technologies, you will shape client strategies, lead engagements, develop propositions, and accelerate adoption of Industrial AI solutions.
What You Will Do
Lead Industrial AI and OT Transformation Programmes Define and deliver AI-enabled OT architectures that connect operational technology environments with enterprise systems, cloud platforms, and advanced analytics capabilities. Support clients in transforming traditional operations into intelligent, connected enterprises.
Architect solutions integrating:
SCADA platforms
Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
PLC and RTU environments
Historian platforms (OSI PI, Canary, etc.)
IoT and edge computing platforms
Enterprise Asset Management solutions (SAP PM, S/4HANA, IBM Maximo, IFS)
Data platforms including Azure, AWS, Databricks, and Microsoft Fabric
Deliver AI-Powered Operational Use Cases
Lead the design and implementation of solutions for:
Predictive maintenance
Asset performance management
Anomaly detection
Failure prediction
Root cause analysis
Energy optimization
Production optimization
Digital worker capabilities
Intelligent alarm management
Autonomous operations
Establish frameworks for:
Data governance
Data quality
Asset hierarchies
Metadata management
Industrial data models
AI model lifecycle management
Responsible AI in industrial environments
Support sales and growth activities by:
Shaping opportunities
Developing proposals
Leading client workshops
Conducting assessments
Creating solution demonstrations
Building Accenture points of view on Industrial AI and OT transformation
What’s in it for you
25 days vacation per year
Private medical insurance
3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice
Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services, we are known for.
Closing Date for Applications
30/11/2026
Accenture reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.
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We are looking for experience in the following skills:
Strong experience across OT and industrial systems, including:
SCADA platforms
DCS platforms
PLC environments
Industrial communications protocols (OPC UA, MQTT, Modbus, IEC 61850)
Historian platforms such as OSI PI
Industrial IoT architectures
Edge computing solutions
Knowledge of industrial AI technologies
Machine learning
Predictive analytics
Time-series analytics
Anomaly detection
Computer vision
Generative AI
Industrial copilots
Digital twins
Hands-on experience with one or more of:
Microsoft Azure
AWS
Google Cloud
Databricks
Microsoft Fabric
Snowflake
Experience mainly in utilities and other asset intensive industries:
Utilities
Water
Energy
Oil and Gas
Mining
Manufacturing
Chemicals
Infrastructure
Demonstrated ability to:
Lead client engagements
Manage stakeholders
Shape opportunities
Develop proposals
Deliver presentations to executive audiences
Manage workstreams and small teams
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AI-Led Operational Technology Architect in London employer: Accenture PLC
Accenture is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture, encouraging innovation and collaboration among its teams. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have access to extensive training and development opportunities, allowing you to advance your career in the rapidly evolving fields of Data and AI. Located in the UK, Accenture offers a vibrant environment where you can engage with diverse clients and projects, making a meaningful impact while enjoying a supportive workplace.
