AI / Machine Learning Transformation Lead

The AI/ML Transformation Lead will revolutionize business operations at Lotus Cars, by delivering cutting-edge AI solutions, that drive accelerated product development cycles, optimize workflows, and eliminate inefficiencies. This role is critical in shaping Lotus' strategic adoption of AI across engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and beyond. What You'll Do:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive AI strategy, aligned with business objectives
• Drive accelerated product development cycles, using AI to optimize workflows and resolve bottlenecks
• Build and deploy AI-based tools to automate processes, either from scratch using machine learning models or by adapting existing platforms
• Collaborate with IT, to design architectures that consolidate siloed departmental data for unified analytics, including the integration of MES and LES systems, where applicable
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and other teams to identify and deliver AI solutions, tailored to their specific needs
  
  Advanced expertise in AI/ML technologies, including machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing (NLP).
• Strong programming proficiency in Python, R, or similar languages, with practical knowledge of AI frameworks, such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Scikit-learn.
• Proficiency in cloud platforms, such as, AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, for deploying scalable AI solutions.
• Experience with Power BI, for data visualization and dashboard creation.
• Knowledge of SharePoint, for effective collaboration and document management.
  
  Lotus Cars builds world-class, high-performance and lightweight sports cars that are sold all around the world.
Lotus Cars Limited is the manufacturing site of Lotus in the UK. Here we produce all sportscars types such as the Emira and the Evija. To bring the company to the level we want it to be, we are looking for an AI/Machine Learning Transformation Lead in the Vehicle Integration Department to join us in our manufacturing plant based in Hethel., Group Lotus is a leading sports car manufacturer with a 75-year long history of iconic designs, groundbreaking engineering and legendary victories on the F1 track. Today we are transforming into a truly global performance car brand focused on the electrical future. In 2022 we launched the Eletre, the world's first all-electric hyper-SUV, and in 2023 our fully-electric Hyper-GT, Emeya. As part of the Lotus team, you push boundaries. Those of the car industry and of your own. Every member of the Lotus family has some of the pioneering mindset of founder Colin Chapman in them. Hethel, Norfolk, England has been the home of Lotus for over 60 years, ever since Colin Chapman, our founder, started making championship-winning racing cars. In conjunction with production facilities in Norwich, and research facilities near Warwick, our UK sites offer a wide breadth of roles for all disciplines. We're not just a car company; we're a diverse mix of talent from all walks of life. At Group Lotus, we firmly believe that diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords but essential pillars of a thriving and successful organisation. Read more here: Equity, Diversity & Inclusion in . Do you want to know what Sophisticated, Rebellious and Pioneering mean for Lotus Cars Limited? Come and take a look at our career site and join the incredible adventure: Department Engineering Locations Hethel Remote status Hybrid Remote About Lotus UK Manufacturing For more than six decades, Hethel, Norfolk, has stood as the headquarters of Lotus, tracing back to the visionary inception of our founder, Colin Chapman, crafting championship-winning racing cars. Complementing our legacy, production facilities in Norwich and Warwick collectively form an integral part of our UK footprint, providing a diverse array of opportunities Hethel hosts our race track, engineering functions, and the newly established Chapman Production Centre. This centre of excellence is renowned for its world-class standards and is presently engaged in crafting the Emira, Lotus's ultimate petrol-powered masterpiece. The Chapman Production Centre stands as one of the world's most advanced low-volume automotive manufacturing facilities, with a capacity to produce approximately 5,000 cars annually. Featuring a cutting-edge paint shop equipped with automated processes, and robots - including primer, colour, and clear coat application, it ensures an unparalleled finish, efficient throughput, and flawless consistency for our vehicles. As part of the Lotus team, you push boundaries. Those of the car industry and of your own. Every member of the Lotus family has some of the pioneering mindset of founder Colin Chapman in them. Lotus Cars

In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to the following benefits:
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays.
• Hybrid working.
• Half day finish on a Friday.
• 6% pension contribution.
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme, based on your contribution and the performance of the company.
• Private Healthcare.
• Group income protection based on length of service.
• Paid time off for medical appointments.
• Family Friendly policies.
• Exclusive Employee discount, wellbeing, and recognition platform #ForUSLOT.
• Employee car ownership scheme.