AI Program Manager - AI Center of Competence

About the role

Hitachi Energy is establishing an AI Center of Competence (AI CoC) within HVDC Engineering to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence across engineering, project delivery, operations and lifecycle services. It is looking for an AI Program Manager to build the initiative from the ground up, shaping its vision, governance and execution model while working with global engineering, digital, IT and business stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Define and build the AI Center of Competence, including its vision, operating model, governance, engagement framework and success metrics aligned with HVDC and Hitachi Energy strategy.
• Develop and execute multi-year AI roadmaps that turn business challenges into prioritized, funded AI initiatives delivered from concept to industrialized solutions.
• Mobilize stakeholders, sponsors and department champions across HVDC to drive alignment, adoption and trust in AI-driven transformation.
• Identify, structure and prioritize high-value AI use cases in HVDC engineering areas such as design, simulation, asset lifecycle, project execution and knowledge management.
• Build and govern an internal and external AI ecosystem including digital teams, technology partners and research institutions.
• Set up governance, delivery standards and performance tracking so AI initiatives are secure, compliant and deliver measurable business value.

Required profile

• Proven experience in program or portfolio management in complex technical or engineering environments.
• Strong understanding of AI, data and digital transformation concepts; hands-on development is not required.
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders across business and technology.
• Experience building new structures, processes or organizations from scratch.

Required skills

• Strategic thinking combined with execution discipline.
• Excellent communication, facilitation and stakeholder management skills.

What we offer

• Collective agreement and flexible working time.
• Health care and wellness allowance.
• Career opportunities within Hitachi Energy in Sweden and globally.
• Mentor during the onboarding phase and training and education for employee development.
• Employee benefit portal with discounts and perks, and supplementary compensation for parental leave.