Europe Automation & Capex Lead — Smart Factory

HITACHI ENERGY CZECH REPUBLIC S.R.O.; Łódź; On-site; PLN 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Poland SP. Z O.O. is seeking an Automation and CAPEX Lead for HUB Europe in Lodz. You will define and execute investment and automation strategy across HUB Europe, overseeing CapEx governance and a portfolio of initiatives.

You will collaborate with factory leadership, engineering, operations, and finance to ensure alignment with business objectives, drive standardization, and build a high-performing CapEx and Automation team.

Qualifications

• Master or bachelor degree in engineering or related field.
• 7+ years in manufacturing with 3+ years in CapEx/Automation leadership.
• Expertise in Industry 4.0 technologies, smart manufacturing, robotics.
• Proven cross-functional leadership with senior stakeholders.
• Fluent English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead HUB Europe CapEx and Automation strategy aligned to priorities.
• Own CapEx governance: planning, monitoring, budget optimization.
• Define automation and Smart Factory roadmap.
• Develop automation solutions translating business needs into investments.
• Lead and develop CapEx and Automation Specialists team.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Problem solving

English fluency

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Hitachi Energy Poland SP. Z O.O. is seeking an Automation and CAPEX Lead for HUB Europe in Lodz. You will define and execute investment and automation strategy across HUB Europe, overseeing CapEx governance and a portfolio of initiatives.

You will collaborate with factory leadership, engineering, operations, and finance to ensure alignment with business objectives, drive standardization, and build a high-performing CapEx and Automation team.