AI-Led Operational Technology Architect
Role Title: AI-Led Operational Technology ArchitectLocation: UK (With expected travel)Salary: Competitive salary and package dependent on experienceCareer Level: Associate ManagerRole OverviewThe AI-Led OT Architect helps clients transform operational technology (OT) environments through the application of artificial intelligence, industrial data platforms, and digital engineering. The role sits at the intersection of OT, IT, and AI, designing architectures that connect industrial assets, control systems, and enterprise platforms to enable predictive, autonomous, and data-driven operations. This is a client facing consulting role combining solution architecture, delivery leadership, business development support, and innovation. You will work with asset intensive industries including mainly in utilities, helping clients unlock value from AI-enabled operations, industrial digital twins, predictive maintenance, operational optimization, and intelligent automation. Drawing on expertise in OT systems, industrial data architectures, cloud platforms, and AI technologies, you will shape client strategies, lead engagements, develop propositions, and accelerate adoption of Industrial AI solutions.What You Will DoLead Industrial AI and OT Transformation Programmes Define and deliver AI-enabled OT architectures that connect operational technology environments with enterprise systems, cloud platforms, and advanced analytics capabilities. Support clients in transforming traditional operations into intelligent, connected enterprises.Architect solutions integrating:SCADA platformsDistributed Control Systems (DCS)PLC and RTU environmentsHistorian platforms (OSI PI, Canary, etc.)IoT and edge computing platformsEnterprise Asset Management solutions (SAP PM, S/4HANA, IBM Maximo, IFS)Data platforms including Azure, AWS, Databricks, and Microsoft FabricDeliver AI-Powered Operational Use CasesLead the design and implementation of solutions for:Predictive maintenanceAsset performance managementAnomaly detectionFailure predictionRoot cause analysisEnergy optimizationProduction optimizationDigital worker capabilitiesIntelligent alarm managementAutonomous operationsEstablish frameworks for:Data governanceData qualityAsset hierarchiesMetadata managementIndustrial data modelsAI model lifecycle managementResponsible AI in industrial environmentsSupport sales and growth activities by:Shaping opportunitiesDeveloping proposalsLeading client workshopsConducting assessmentsCreating solution demonstrationsBuilding Accenture points of view on Industrial AI and OT transformationWhat’s in it for youAt Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 25 days vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice!Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services, we are known for.Closing Date for Applications: 30/11/2026Accenture reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.#LI-EUWe are looking for experience in the following skills:Strong experience across OT and industrial systems, including:SCADA platformsDCS platformsPLC environmentsIndustrial communications protocols (OPC UA, MQTT, Modbus, IEC 61850)Historian platforms such as OSI PIIndustrial IoT architecturesEdge computing solutionsKnowledge of industrial AI technologies including:Machine learningPredictive analyticsTime-series analyticsAnomaly detectionComputer visionGenerative AIIndustrial copilotsDigital twinsHands-on experience with one or more of:Microsoft AzureAWSGoogle CloudDatabricksMicrosoft FabricSnowflakeExperience mainly in utilities and other asset intensive industries:UtilitiesWaterEnergyOil and GasMiningManufacturingChemicalsInfrastructureDemonstrated ability to:Lead client engagementsManage stakeholdersShape opportunitiesDevelop proposalsDeliver presentations to executive audiencesManage workstreams and small teamsAbout AccentureAccenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360 value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360 value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities.Visit us at Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by applicable law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities.SummaryLocation: London; Birmingham; Manchester; Glasgow; EdinburghType: Full time