Lead AI Engineer - Drive Real-World AI Impact (Hybrid)

Harnham; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Progression pathways

High-impact projects exposure

Collaborative digital community

Job summary

Harnham is seeking a Lead AI Engineer to drive client‑facing digital solutions that embed AI, data science and analytics into live environments. You will work directly with clients, translating complex concepts into tangible, measurable outcomes while shaping the technical direction of multi‑disciplinary teams in a hybrid work setting.

The role involves mentoring colleagues, delivering high‑impact projects across sectors, and staying at the forefront of emerging technologies to continuously

Qualifications

• Strong commercial experience taking digital ideas from concept through to operational impact.
• Deep capability in AI, data science, advanced analytics, or digital tooling.
• Ability to turn technical designs into practical, in‑operation solutions.
• Confident leading teams and managing stakeholders across technical and non‑technical backgrounds.
• Skilled at communicating complex ideas simply and clearly.
• A hands‑on, client‑centric approach with a focus on delivering measurable outcomes.
• Comfortable working on‑site with clients to drive change in real time.

Responsibilities

• Identify high‑impact opportunities to apply AI, data science, advanced analytics, and digital tooling.
• Lead technical workstreams, including the design and delivery of machine learning solutions and digital tools.
• Work closely with client teams on the ground to embed solutions directly into operations.
• Guide multi‑disciplinary teams that combine people, processes, and technology to deliver sustainable results.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for non‑technical stakeholders.
• Mentor colleagues and help shape best‑practice approaches across digital programmes.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and bring innovative ideas into client delivery.

Skills

AI

Data Science

Advanced Analytics

Digital tooling

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Client Delivery

Job description

Harnham is seeking a Lead AI Engineer to drive client‑facing digital solutions that embed AI, data science and analytics into live environments. You will work directly with clients, translating complex concepts into tangible, measurable outcomes while shaping the technical direction of multi‑disciplinary teams in a hybrid work setting.

The role involves mentoring colleagues, delivering high‑impact projects across sectors, and staying at the forefront of emerging technologies to continuously