Automation and CAPEX Lead, HUB EUC

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Łódź; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Well-being program

Paid leave

Flexible work options

Financial security benefits

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Poland Sp. z o.o. seeks an Automation and CapEx Lead to define and execute investment and automation strategies across HUB Europe. You will oversee CapEx governance, drive smart factory initiatives, and align projects with business objectives.

The role requires 7+ years in manufacturing, strong Industry 4.0 knowledge, and leadership with English fluency. You will mentor a team of CapEx and Automation Specialists and partner with senior stakeholders to deliver measurable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master or bachelor degree in engineering or related field.
• Strong knowledge of Industry 4.0, smart manufacturing, and automation technologies.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with senior leadership.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, English fluency.

Responsibilities

• Lead the HUB Europe CapEx and Automation strategy aligned with business goals.
• Oversee CapEx governance, planning, monitoring, and budget optimization.
• Define manufacturing automation and smart factory roadmaps across sites.
• Develop automation solutions with scalable ROI and measurable outcomes.
• Collaborate with factory managers and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities.

Skills

Industry 4.0

Smart Manufacturing

Industrial Automation

Robotics

Leadership

English fluency

Education

Master or bachelor degree in engineering, Industrial Automation, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

Location: Lodz, Lodz, Poland Job ID: R0150070 Date Posted: 2026-11-05 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY POLAND SP. Z O.O. Profession (Job Category): Quality Management Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Job Description

Automation and CAPEX Lead, HUB EUC General information As a member of the Operations team, you will be responsible for defining and executing the investment and automation strategy across HUB Europe. You will oversee the CapEx management process, supervise a portfolio of investments and automation initiatives, and drive the transformation of manufacturing facilities toward smart factory environments. This role requires close collaboration with factory, HUB leadership teams, functional leaders and project stakeholders to ensure alignment between investments and strategic business objectives.

How you’ll make an impact

• Lead and execute the HUB Europe CapEx and Automation strategy in alignment with business objectives and global priorities.
• Own and manage the HUB Europe CapEx governance process, including investment planning, monitoring, reporting, and budget optimization.
• Define and implement the manufacturing automation and Smart Factory strategy, ensuring innovation is commercially viable and operationally sustainable.
• Develop and maintain a long-term automation roadmap covering robotics, industrial automation, IoT, AMRs, and other Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Translate business growth, capacity, productivity, quality, and operational requirements into scalable automation solutions and investment plans.
• Benchmark automation maturity, manufacturing technologies, and investment effectiveness across HUB and Global Product Group factories.
• Drive standardization, scalability, and deployment of best-practice automation technologies, technical architectures, and implementation methodologies across factories.
• Oversee automation projects to ensure delivery within scope, budget, timeline, safety requirements, quality standards, and expected business outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with factory managers and cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and HSE, to identify and execute investment opportunities.
• Lead and develop a team of CapEx and Automation Specialists while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence.

Your background

• Master or bachelor degree in engineering, Industrial Automation, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including at least 3 years in a leadership role related to CapEx, Automation, Operations, industrial Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of Industry 4.0 technologies, Smart Manufacturing, industrial automation and robotics.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with senior leadership stakeholders.
• Strong business, financial, and analytical acumen, including expertise in Business Case development, ROI evaluation, NPV analysis, and CapEx budgeting.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities with a focus on delivering sustainable business results.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and incentives
• Well-being and care
• Paid and unpaid leave
• Flexible work options
• Benefits that support your financial security

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Background Screening and Security Checks

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