Manufacturing Site Digital Leader

Schneider Electric; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 102,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Flexible Work Arrangements

Paid Family Leaves

Well-Being Programs

12 Holidays per Year

15 Days Paid Time Off

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a Manufacturing Site Digital Leader to protect operations and drive Smart Factory innovation across the site in the United States. The role focuses on integrating cybersecurity into industrial environments and leading digital transformations with measurable impact.

You will lead IT/OT, MES and cybersecurity for the site, oversee asset inventory, monitor threats, and coordinate MES deployments with global teams to align with enterprise standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience leading IT/OT, MES and cybersecurity for manufacturing sites.
• Experience with Automation Integration securing automated systems within production environments.
• Experience leading Smart Factory, Industry 4.0, digital transformation, MES, or manufacturing technology initiatives within a production environment.
• Understanding of manufacturing operations and the application of digital technologies to improve productivity, quality, and operational performance.
• Experience working across Engineering and Operations organizations to deliver complex technical projects and organizational change.
• Experience utilizing data, KPIs, and performance dashboards to drive continuous improvement and support strategic decision making.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and drive adoption of new technologies, standards, and ways of working.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address complex cybersecurity challenges
• Collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams in fast-paced manufacturing environments
• Ability to coach and influence others in adopting new technologies and security practices
• Independent work style with strong adherence to quality standards and compliance requirements

Responsibilities

• Lead IT/OT, MES and cybersecurity for the site, ensuring compliance and managing operational technology asset inventory
• Monitor threats, mitigate vulnerabilities, and support incident response to safeguard production systems
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate cybersecurity protocols into manufacturing processes
• Drive Smart Operations projects such as MES deployments with digital talent teams and represent the site in strategic digital initiatives
• Lead site digital transformation initiatives by identifying and implementing technologies that improve manufacturing performance, data visibility, and operational efficiency.
• Develop and execute the site's Manufacturing Execution System (MES) roadmap, partnering with plant leadership and global teams to align with enterprise standards and business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement of the site's cybersecurity posture through asset management, vulnerability remediation, compliance initiatives, and risk reduction activities.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Operations, and IT to successfully deliver Smart Factory and digital projects.
• Act as the site's subject matter expert for IT/OT integration, ensuring reliable, secure, and standardized digital solutions that support business growth and operational excellence.

Skills

IT/OT leadership

Cybersecurity

MES

Digital transformation

Data dashboards

KPIs

Stakeholder influence

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering/CS/CE or related field

Tools

MES

Job description

Sponsorship is not included for this role: we are not able to consider anyone who is on a current work visa or who will require a work visa in the future.

Join us as Manufacturing Site Digital Leader where you'll protect manufacturing operations and lead Smart Factory innovation. If you're passionate about integrating cybersecurity into industrial environments and driving digital transformations, this role offers real impact and visibility.

What will you do?

• Lead IT/OT, MES and cybersecurity for the site, ensuring compliance and managing operational technology asset inventory
• Monitor threats, mitigate vulnerabilities, and support incident response to safeguard production systems
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate cybersecurity protocols into manufacturing processes
• Drive Smart Operations projects such as MES deployments with digital talent teams and represent the site in strategic digital initiatives
• Lead site digital transformation initiatives by identifying and implementing technologies that improve manufacturing performance, data visibility, and operational efficiency.
• Develop and execute the site's Manufacturing Execution System (MES) roadmap, partnering with plant leadership and global teams to align with enterprise standards and business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement of the site's cybersecurity posture through asset management, vulnerability remediation, compliance initiatives, and risk reduction activities.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Operations, and IT to successfully deliver Smart Factory and digital projects.
• Act as the site's subject matter expert for IT/OT integration, ensuring reliable, secure, and standardized digital solutions that support business growth and operational excellence.

Who will you report to?

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

What qualifications will make you successful?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience leading IT/OT, MES and cybersecurity for manufacturing sites
• Experience with Automation Integration securing automated systems within production environments
• Experience leading Smart Factory, Industry 4.0, digital transformation, MES, or manufacturing technology initiatives within a production environment.
• Understanding of manufacturing operations and the application of digital technologies to improve productivity, quality, and operational performance.
• Experience working across Engineering and Operations organizations to deliver complex technical projects and organizational change.
• Experience utilizing data, KPIs, and performance dashboards to drive continuous improvement and support strategic decision making.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and drive adoption of new technologies, standards, and ways of working.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address complex cybersecurity challenges
• Collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams in fast-paced manufacturing environments
• Ability to coach and influence others in adopting new technologies and security practices
• Independent work style with strong adherence to quality standards and compliance requirements

At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: "We see you. We value you". It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 101,600 - USD 152,400 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

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• medical (with member reward points)
• dental
• vision
• basic life insurance
• Benefit Bucks
• flexible work arrangements
• paid family leaves
• well-being programs
• 12 holidays per year
• 15 days of paid time off per year

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• base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.

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