Head of Digital Technology - Manufacturing US

UCB; Brussel Hoofdstad; Hybrid; EUR 161,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model with 40% onsite

Job summary

UCB is seeking a Head of Digital Technology for Manufacturing US to lead the digital technology strategy and execution across a flagship biologics manufacturing program. The role focuses on embedding digital capabilities from the start to create an intelligent, connected, compliant, and future-ready manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include defining the technology roadmap, ensuring cybersecurity and validation are integrated, and driving cross-functional collaboration across operations

Qualifications

• 8+ years leading complex manufacturing technology programs or projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, Computer Science or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Data Integrity

System Integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, Computer Science or related discipline

Job description

Head of Digital Technology - Manufacturing US

8+ years leading complex manufacturing technology programs or projects.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, Computer Science or related discipline.

Languages

Not specified

Required Skills

Cybersecurity Data Integrity System Integration

Nice to have

Artificial Intelligence Smart Factory Initiatives

Soft Skills

About

The Position

Lead the digital technology strategy and execution for UCB's flagship biologics manufacturing program. Ensure digital capabilities are embedded from the beginning, enabling an intelligent, connected, compliant, and future-ready manufacturing environment.

The Company

UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company focusing on neurology and immunology. Our mission is to create value for patients through innovative treatments. We aim to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make a mark for patients.

Your Responsibilities

• 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.

Why Join Us?

• Hybrid work model with 40% onsite presence
• Competitive salary range
• Opportunity to influence a world-class manufacturing site