AI Solutions Lead

Recruiter:

SciStaff CC

Job Ref:

SCI000032/SCI

Date posted:

Monday, July 6, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:

A solution-orientated design engineering company in the automotive industry is seeking an AI Solutions Lead to join their team in Durbanville. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of how the business operates and how complex workflows function, bringing structured problem-solving and hands-on thinking to the table. This position is business-driven and focused on operational strategy and innovation; this is not a software or coding position and is not suited to persons pursuing programming or data science.

POSITION INFO:
The responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Walking the floor, engaging teams, and mapping workflows to determine where AI can unlock productivity, business insights, or automation and competitive advantages
Prioritizing opportunities based on business impact, effort, and speed to value; developing clear, ROI-driven business cases that align with operational goals
Scouting, evaluating, and collaborating with third-party AI vendors, domain experts, and technology providers
Serve as the internal project lead, you donât build the tech but you guide the vision, manage the outcomes, and ensure it solves the right problems
Coordinating implementation efforts across business units and external partners, defining success metrics, monitoring progress, and removing roadblocks to execution
Promoting innovation across the organization.

Key Requirements:Â A Bachelorâs or Masterâs degree in Business, Engineering, Innovation, Operations, or a related field and 5+ yearsâ experience in operations, product development, innovation, continuous improvement, or business transformation. Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage external technology partners. Familiarity with AI/ML application in operations or manufacturing; experience working with technology vendors, solution providers, or consultants; and exposure to innovation frameworks like Lean, Six Sigma, Design Thinking, or Agile would be advantageous.

Additional Requirements: Fluent in English, with exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, capable of engaging confidently across technical and executive audiences; strong business instincts; a naturally curious, hands-on, and relentless problem-solving personality; and a willingness to travel internationally.

*Only candidates that meet all the requirements should apply
**Only candidates that are shortlisted will be contacted

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