Global SME Clean et Black Utilities

UCB; Bulle; Hybrid; CHF 120.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global biopharmaceutical company in Bulle, Switzerland, seeks a Global Clean & Black Utilities Expert to shape strategy for clean utilities and waste systems. The role requires over 10 years of experience in engineering or utilities, a degree in a relevant field, and strong regulatory knowledge. Key responsibilities include developing technical standards, guiding engineering teams, and leading strategies on projects. This position embraces a hybrid work model with 40% time spent in the office.

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of experience in utilities, engineering, or technical operations in the pharmaceutical or regulated industry.
• Deep expertise in clean utilities and waste systems in cGxP environments.
• Strong knowledge of engineering standards and guidelines.

Aufgaben

• Define and develop global technical standards for clean utilities and waste systems.
• Lead the global strategy for utility-related systems on all projects.
• Provide expert guidance to engineering teams and asset owners.

Kenntnisse

Clean utilities expertise

Technical operations experience

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or a related technical field

Jobbeschreibung

We are looking for a Global Clean & Black Utilities Expert, who is eager to join our Engineering & Sites and Facilities department, based in our manufacturing site in Bulle, Switzerland.

About The Role

UCB is transforming the way we manage physical assets across all sites worldwide. As part of this transformation, we are looking for a Global Clean & Black Utilities Expert to join our Physical Asset Management organization within Engineering & Sites & Facilities (ESF).

In this global expert role, you will shape UCB’s strategy for clean utilities and selected non-GMP utility and waste systems, ensuring consistency, innovation, compliance, and safety across all CAPEX and lifecycle projects.

You will be the reference for Clean Utilities globally and play a critical role in defining standards, driving innovation, and influencing major engineering programs across Belgium, Switzerland, the US, Japan, and the UK.

Who You’ll Work With

• The Physical Asset Management / Asset Technical Standards & Expertise Team.
• Engineering & Sites & Facilities project leads.
• Global network of experts and external partners (e.g., ISPE).
• Asset owners, users, and design engineering leads.
• EHS, Quality, and manufacturing stakeholders worldwide.

Your expertise will directly contribute to UCB’s global technical excellence and long-term asset strategy.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop global technical standards for clean utilities, gas systems, water pretreatment, and waste systems, integrating safety, sustainability, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the global strategy for utility-related systems on all engineering CAPEX projects and contribute expertise during design reviews and technical assessments.
• Provide expert guidance to engineering teams, asset owners, and project leads to ensure robust technical solutions aligned with cGxP, EHS, and Good Engineering Practices.
• Monitor technological trends and drive innovation in equipment lifecycle management, digitalization, and sustainable engineering solutions.
• Build and lead a global network of internal and external experts, fostering knowledge flow and best-practice sharing across UCB.
• Support transformation initiatives across UCB sites worldwide and contribute to technical peer reviews, gap assessments, and competency matrix development.
• Act as SME for one Safety / Potential Life-Changing Activity topic (e.g., pressurized equipment, chemical storage & handling, LOTO).
• Ensure technical oversight and follow-up of projects managed by Engineering & Sites & Facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in utilities, engineering, or technical operations in the pharmaceutical or regulated industry.
• Strong technical background in clean utilities, gas systems, and waste systems in cGxP environments.
• Deep expertise in clean utilities (WFI, RO, purified water, clean steam, gases) and waste systems (chemical, process, biowaste).
• Strong knowledge of engineering standards, cGMP/GLP, ICH, FDA CMC, ISPE/PDA guidance.
• Experience with qualification & validation (V-cycle, ASTM E2500).
• Ability to interpret and set up P&IDs and Process Flow Diagrams.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence across multiple levels and functions.
• Proven leadership and experience working in large, complex, international projects.
• Full professional proficiency in English and French.

Are you ready to ‘go beyond’ to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!

Notes

UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are over 9,000 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.

UCB is a mutual commitment to equality in opportunity. UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.

UCB is embracing a hybrid-first approach to work. Unless expressly stated in the description or precluded by the nature of the position, roles are hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office.

Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities, contact us on [e-mail]. (Note: this channel is for accommodation requests only.)