Automation and CAPEX Lead, HUB EUC

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.

• 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.

• 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.

At Hitachi Energy, we recognize that our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace, competitive rewards, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Our benefits package is designed to help employees thrive both at work and in their personal lives.