Recruitment Data Policies Head of Digital Technology - Manufacturing US
About The Position
UCB is making a significant investment in a new state-of-the-art biologics manufacturing campus in Georgia, USA, called BioNexUS. This greenfield initiative aims to strengthen UCB's global manufacturing network, expand supply capabilities, and support the company's ambition to bring innovative treatments to patients worldwide. The project integrates advanced manufacturing technologies, digital innovation, data-driven decision-making, and operational excellence. The Head of Digital Technology - Manufacturing US will play a crucial role in shaping the digital foundation of this world-class manufacturing site from its early design phases through commercial operations. This hybrid role requires 40% onsite presence and 20% domestic/international travel, based in the Atlanta office.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, Computer Science, or related discipline.
- 8+ years leading complex manufacturing technology programs or projects in manufacturing.
- Experience delivering large-scale technology programs from design through implementation.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing technology architecture and system integration, including informational and operational technology.
- Experience managing scope, budgets, timelines, risks, vendors, and governance structures.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity, validation, data integrity, and regulatory requirements.
- Experience partnering with engineering, manufacturing, and business stakeholders.
- Proven ability to influence senior leaders and drive strategic decisions.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and executive engagement capabilities.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in Engineering, Technology, Computer Science, or related discipline.
- Experience supporting greenfield manufacturing or major capital programs.
- Experience within biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or other regulated manufacturing industries.
- Experience integrating enterprise and operational technology environments.
- Experience supporting commissioning, startup, or operational readiness activities.
- Knowledge of advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, or smart factory initiatives.
- Experience developing long-term digital technology strategies.
- Experience building teams and operating models within complex program environments.
- Experience working across global and matrixed organizations.
Responsibilities
- Lead the digital technology strategy and execution for the flagship biologics manufacturing program.
- Ensure digital capabilities are embedded into the facility from the beginning to enable an intelligent, connected, compliant, and future-ready manufacturing environment.
- Help shape UCB's vision for the Manufacturing Plant of the Future by integrating digital technologies, enterprise systems, cybersecurity, data platforms, automation integration, and advanced manufacturing capabilities.
- Lead digital technology delivery from design through operational handover.
- Define the technology roadmap for a future-ready manufacturing facility.
- Embed cybersecurity, compliance, and validation requirements into program design.
- Drive integration between operational and enterprise technology systems.
- Translate digital, AI, and data strategies into business outcomes.
- Lead technology governance, vendors, and delivery partners.
- Represent technology strategy in senior program decision-making forums.
- Enable smart manufacturing and future digital manufacturing capabilities.
Benefits
- Hybrid work model
- Opportunities for growth and career path development
- Caring, supportive culture with inclusion and equal opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
