AI System Architect

Itchyfeet Recruitment Agency; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Itchyfeet seeks an AI Systems Architect to shape how a global engineering business uses AI to streamline processes and empower colleagues. You will lead AI/automation initiatives, integrate tools with the ERP, and drive improvements across the network from discovery to implementation.

Ideal candidates combine technical depth with practical problem-solving, strong security governance, and excellent communication to translate complex concepts for diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and implementing AI, automation, or integrated business systems.
• Understanding of ERP systems, business processes, and the integration of applications and data.
• Technical ability complemented by a practical approach to problem-solving.
• Capability to transform ideas into reliable solutions that are user-friendly for colleagues.
• Strong understanding of security, governance, and responsible AI usage.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to varying audiences.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable with project ownership.
• Enjoyment of collaborative work and aiding the development of peers’ skills.
• Experience within engineering, manufacturing, or an international business is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an AI and automation roadmap aligned with business needs.
• Review existing processes to identify opportunities for improving efficiency, accuracy, and productivity.
• Design and integrate AI tools with the ERP system and other business applications.
• Automate repetitive tasks and enhance access to business information.
• Manage projects from initial concept through testing, implementation, and ongoing improvement.
• Establish clear policies and guardrails covering data security, appropriate usage, reliability, and human oversight.
• Provide practical training, guidance, and support to colleagues.
• Evaluate new technologies and suppliers to identify suitable solutions.
• Measure the impact of improvements and share successful approaches across the global network.

Skills

AI systems design

Automation

ERP integration

Project ownership

Security governance

Communication skills

Problem solving

Collaborative work

International business

Job description

Our client is seeking an AI Systems Architect to join their team and play a pivotal role in shaping how a global engineering business leverages AI technology. This exciting position offers the opportunity to develop and implement AI and automation solutions that enhance business processes, bolster existing systems, and empower colleagues to work more effectively. You will collaborate with diverse teams across the company to identify improvement opportunities, design practical solutions, lead their execution, and provide necessary training. A primary focus of this role will be on integrating AI tools with the existing enterprise resource planning (ERP) system to improve workflow efficiency, information accessibility, and overall staff productivity.

Job Duties:

• Develop and implement an AI and automation roadmap aligned with business needs.
• Review existing processes to identify opportunities for improving efficiency, accuracy, and productivity.
• Design and integrate AI tools with the ERP system and other business applications.
• Automate repetitive tasks and enhance access to business information.
• Manage projects from initial concept through testing, implementation, and ongoing improvement.
• Establish clear policies and guardrails covering data security, appropriate usage, reliability, and human oversight.
• Provide practical training, guidance, and support to colleagues.
• Evaluate new technologies and suppliers to identify suitable solutions.
• Measure the impact of improvements and share successful approaches across the global network.

Job Requirements:

• Experience designing and implementing AI, automation, or integrated business systems.
• Understanding of ERP systems, business processes, and the integration of applications and data.
• Technical ability complemented by a practical approach to problem-solving.
• Capability to transform ideas into reliable solutions that are user-friendly for colleagues.
• Strong understanding of security, governance, and responsible AI usage.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to varying audiences.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable with project ownership.
• Enjoyment of collaborative work and aiding the development of peers’ skills.
• Experience within engineering, manufacturing, or an international business is advantageous.

What You’ll Love:

You will join a successful international engineering organisation, playing a leading role in the adaptation of AI and automation technologies. With the unique coastal headquarters as your workplace, you will be part of an experienced and supportive team. This position offers significant potential for career progression and increased responsibility throughout the global network, along with genuine opportunities to deliver practical improvements for colleagues across the business.