Overview
In this role, you will design AI-driven OT architectures that connect industrial assets with enterprise systems, cloud platforms, and advanced analytics to enable predictive and autonomous operations. You’ll work at the OT/IT/AI intersection, leading client engagements and shaping proposals for asset-intensive industries, primarily utilities. You’ll drive Transformation programs, develop industrial AI propositions, and accelerate adoption of AI-enabled operations. This client-facing role blends architecture, delivery leadership, and business development to create measurable value.
Pay / Benefits
- 25 days vacation per year
- private medical insurance
- 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work
Responsibilities
- Define and deliver AI-enabled OT architectures that bridge OT with cloud and analytics
- Lead the design and implementation of AI-powered use cases (predictive maintenance, anomaly detection, energy and production optimization)
- Develop data governance, data quality, asset hierarchies, and AI lifecycle management frameworks
- Support sales activities: shaping opportunities, proposals, client workshops, and solution demonstrations
- Deliver presentations to executives and manage workstreams and small teams
- Create accelerators and points of view on Industrial AI and OT transformation
Key requirements
- Strong OT and industrial systems experience (SCADA, DCS, PLC/RTU)
- Experience with industrial AI technologies (ML, predictive analytics, time-series, anomaly detection, digital twins)
- Hands-on cloud experience (Azure, AWS, or equivalent) and data platforms (Databricks, Microsoft Fabric)
- Experience leading client engagements and stakeholder management
- Ability to develop proposals and deliver executive-level presentations
- Leadership
- Stakeholder management
- Client engagement
- SCADA platforms
- DCS platforms
- PLC/RTU environments
AI-Led Operational Technology Architect in Manchester employer: Accenture
Accenture is an excellent employer for those looking to thrive in a dynamic environment, particularly in the role of Operations Engineer. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with senior colleagues while enjoying flexible work arrangements that promote a healthy work-life balance. The company's commitment to continuous improvement and innovation makes it a rewarding place to build your career.
