PAt ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world. /ppThis position reports to: Operational Excellence Manager /ph3Your Role And Responsibilities /h3pEnergy Industries is establishing an AI Factory as the AI Transformation Engine for the division. The AI Factory will enable, accelerate and scale AI transformation across functions by providing governance, expertise, delivery capabilities, reusable assets and capability development. /ppAs AI Transformation Lead, you will build, operate and continuously improve this transformation engine. You will create the conditions that enable Energy Industries functions to redesign processes, adopt AI and realize business value at scale. /ppFunctional leaders remain accountable for business outcomes, process transformation, adoption and value realization within their organizations. You will own the transformation engine that enables these outcomes, rather than the functional outcomes themselves. /ph3Global Opportunity – Open to Candidates Worldwide* /h3pWhile this job posting may display only a limited number of locations, we welcome applications from qualified candidates globally. If you believe your skills and experience are matching this role, we encourage you to apply regardless of your current location. /ppThis position does bnot require relocation /b. The successful candidate will be employed and hosted through their current ABB location or the nearest suitable ABB office /ph3You will be mainly accountable for: /h3ulliDefine and continuously evolve the AI Factory strategy and operating model. /liliEstablish the AI Factory as a trusted transformation capability across Energy Industries. /liliDrive divisional alignment on AI priorities, principles and governance. /liliEnsure that AI transformation activities support and accelerate the NewGen transformation framework. /liliGovern the divisional AI portfolio and establish effective intake, prioritization, stage-gate and escalation mechanisms. /liliProvide transparency on portfolio performance,
maturity, investment and value realization. /liliReport divisional AI transformation progress to executive leadership. /liliEnsure alignment with applicable IS standards and processes. /liliSupport functions in developing transformation opportunities, business cases and investment proposals. /liliDefine the vision and strategy for the AI Academy and drive the development of AI competencies across Energy Industries. /liliPromote AI literacy and develop a network of AI champions and advocates. /liliEngage senior leaders to align AI opportunities with business priorities and secure effective sponsorship. /liliDrive the reuse of successful AI solutions, methods and assets across functions. /liliPromote scalable and sustainable adoption models. /liliSupport functions in moving from existing processes with added AI features toward processes designed around AI capabilities. /li /ulpYou will lead a global virtual ecosystem of subject matter experts, delivery teams, architects, project managers, functional stakeholders and external partners. The role influences a delivery network of a large number of professionals across multiple functions and geographies. /ppThis position has significant influence over divisional priorities, investments, governance decisions and the effectiveness of the AI Transformation Engine. The role operates through leadership, alignment and authority delegated by the AI Factory Steering Committee. /ph3Qualifications For The Role /h3ulliBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, Business, Data Science or a related field. /liliAt least 8 years of leadership experience in transformation, digitalization, innovation, technology, consulting or a comparable environment. /liliDemonstrated experience building a new capability, organization,
program or transformation initiative. /liliExperience influencing senior stakeholders in a complex, global or matrixed organization. /liliExperience developing business cases and investment proposals. /liliStrong understanding of AI-driven business transformation. /liliProfessional fluency in English. /liliWillingness to travel internationally approximately 20 percent. /li /ululliPreferred backgroundulliExperience in industrial, engineering, energy, infrastructure or technology environments. /liliExperience in consulting, a startup, a scale-up or another fast-moving environment. /liliExperience with AI-enabled transformation programs. /liliAdvanced degree in a relevant discipline. /li /ul /li /ulh3What puts you in front? If you... /h3ulliAre a builder who enjoys creating capabilities, not only maintaining established structures. /liliBring an entrepreneurial mindset, resilience and a strong bias for action. /liliCan create clarity and structure in an ambiguous environment. /liliCombine systems thinking with practical execution. /liliInfluence stakeholders without relying solely on formal authority. /liliChallenge established approaches constructively. /liliCare about measurable transformation and sustainable business value. /liliThis opportunity is open to candidates in multiple countries, with the final work location determined based on the selected candidate. As compensation may vary by location, we are committed to being transparent throughout the hiring process and will share details of the salary range, variable compensation and benefits package with candidates who progress to the first interview stage for a location in the European Union, covered by the EU Pay Transparency Directive. /li /ulpThe final offer will be tailored based on your role location, experience, skills and qualifications, internal market positioning and alignment with ABB internal standards. /ppBuilding a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Ai transformation lead (Bologna)
🏢 ABB
📍 Bologna