AI Delivery Lead - Physical AI

HITACHI ENERGY SERVICES SP. Z O.O.; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care and lifeinsurance

Fitness and wellness programs

Benefits platform with discounts and p

Employee Capital Plans (PPK)

Home office equipment allowances

Spectacles and contact lenses subsidy

Company events and team-building

Psychological support program

Free parking

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Services SP. Z O.O. is seeking an AI Delivery Lead to oversee the planning, execution and delivery of Physical AI use cases across our global operations.

The role involves coordinating diverse stakeholders, developing plans and ensuring successful transitions from concept to implementation. The position requires 8+ years in delivery management, strong leadership of distributed teams, and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, IT, Business, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in project or delivery management delivering complex technology projects.
• Experience delivering projects in manufacturing, industrial, or engineering environments.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional and geographically distributed project teams.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including working across business and technology teams.
• Experience managing external vendors, project scope, budgets, timelines, and risks.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of Physical AI use cases across our global operations.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across distributed project teams and develop clear Statements of Work.
• Develop project plans, timelines, milestones, and resource requirements.
• Manage external vendors and partners throughout project delivery and track risks.
• Provide regular progress reporting and communicate decisions to stakeholders and senior management.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering, IT, Business, or related field

Job description

Location: Krakow, Lesser Poland, Poland

Job ID: R0148512

Date Posted: 2026-11-02

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SERVICES SP. Z O.O.

Profession (Job Category): IT, Telecom & Internet

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: Yes

Job Description

The opportunity As an AI Delivery Lead, you will lead the delivery of Physical AI use cases within our global Data, Analytics & AI organization. You will work across manufacturing environments and business units, coordinating projects that bring AI into real-world industrial operations. You will take ownership of delivery from project planning through implementation, coordinating business sponsors, architects, business analysts, IT teams, manufacturing stakeholders, and external partners. The use cases can range from computer vision and visual inspection to AI-enabled robotics and other solutions connecting AI with the physical environment. This is a senior delivery role where you will bring structure to complex initiatives, align stakeholders across functions and regions, and ensure Physical AI use cases move successfully from concept to implementation.

Please note that this role involves approximately 30% travel.

How you'll make an impact

You lead the planning, execution, and delivery of Physical AI use cases across our global operations. You work with business sponsors and cross-functional teams to define project scope, requirements, and deliverables. You develop project plans, timelines, milestones, and resource requirements using suitable delivery methodologies. You coordinate architects, business analysts, technical specialists, and other contributors across geographically distributed project teams. You develop clear Statements of Work and manage external vendors and partners throughout project delivery. You monitor progress across the Physical AI use case portfolio and manage priorities and dependencies. You identify project risks and issues and drive appropriate mitigation and follow-up. You provide clear project reporting and communicate progress, risks, and decisions to stakeholders and senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in project or delivery management, with a strong track record of delivering complex technology projects.
• Experience delivering projects in manufacturing, industrial, or engineering environments.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional and geographically distributed project teams.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including working across business and technology teams.
• Experience managing external vendors, project scope, budgets, timelines, and risks.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

More about us

At Hitachi Energy, we recognize that our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace, competitive rewards, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Our benefits package is designed to help employees thrive both at work and in their personal lives.

Benefits

• Private medical care and life insurance
• Access to fitness and wellness programs
• Access to benefits platform with discounts and perks
• Employee Capital Plans (PPK)
• Equipment for working from home or allowances for setting up a workplace at home
• Spectacles and contact lenses allowance
• Company events and team-building activities
• Psychological support program
• Free parking available

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Background Screening and Security Checks

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Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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