Industrial AI Lead Consultant (Industry 4.0, IIoT, Smart Manufacturing, Automation, AI/ML)

CompanyConsulting Point

LocationEngland, United Kingdom

Posted At3/3/2026

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Occupation Type

Production and process engineers

Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled

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£45,000 (£23.08 per hour)

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Description

Consulting Point is working with a prestigious consulting organisation to recruit an accomplished Industrial AI Lead Consultant to join a rapidly expanding Digital Manufacturing practice. This is a rare opportunity to help major global enterprises transform how they design, operate, and optimise their industrial processes through cutting-edge AI and data strategies.

This role is ideal for a forward-thinking leader who combines deep industrial domain knowledge with technical excellence in data, AI, and automation. You will shape and lead high-impact transformation projects for clients across sectors such as manufacturing (aerospace, defence, automotive, life sciences, and FMCG) —driving operational efficiency, business agility, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead Industrial AI Transformations: Shape and deliver end-to-end AI and data strategies across digital engineering and manufacturing environments.
Assess Data Maturity: Conduct capability assessments and develop bespoke roadmaps that align data maturity with strategic outcomes and Industry 4.0 imperatives.
Advise at Executive Level:

Provide guidance to senior stakeholders on leveraging AI to enable smarter operations and embed a data-first culture.

Drive Innovation and Growth: Develop go-to-market strategies, thought leadership, and new service offerings to meet evolving industry demands.

Scale Technical Delivery: Architect robust AI/ML solutions using cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), integrating platforms such as Palantir, Cognite, or C3 AI.

Enable Organisational Excellence: Design data-centric teams and governance structures to support sustainable AI adoption.

Advance IIoT Integration: Lead initiatives that harness Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technologies to connect devices, automate processes, and unlock real-time data insights across operations.

Your Profile:

Proven experience leading data and AI initiatives in industrial or engineering domains.
Deep understanding of the data value chain, cloud data architectures, and AI/ML technologies.
Strong capability in managing stakeholders, from technical teams to the C-suite.
Commercial acumen with experience supporting sales efforts and responding to RFPs.

Experience designing and embedding organisational models for AI and data at scale.

This is a unique chance to join a high-performing team where you will help shape the future of smart manufacturing and industrial AI.