About this opportunity
Make your mark for patients
We are looking for an Automation Engineer who is detail-oriented, collaborative, and solution-driven to join our team, based in our Braine-l'Alleud office in Belgium.
Note that 2 roles are now open : 1 specialized in PCS7 (system engineer) and 1 specialized in PCS7 and Aveva (alarm engineer).
About the role
You will play a key role in delivering automation expertise across our manufacturing facilities in Belgium. You’ll ensure quality, compliance, and efficiency in automation deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.
Who you’ll work with
You’ll collaborate closely with primarily Production, followed by Quality teams (QA and Qualification), and finally IT for compliance with cybersecurity and virtualization regulations in order to ensure smooth coordination and optimal outcomes.
Major projects you could participate in
PCS7 : We have 4 infrastructures in Belgium where PCS7 is used,in which there are numerous projects such as the implementation of new molecule production, new equipment, and production optimizations. We also have upgrade projects to keep installations up to date.
What you’ll do
•You attend workshops and align project disciplines.
•You develop and maintain automation documentation and software.
• You follow up with automation integrators and vendors.
• You verify deliverables and anticipate cost increases.
• You ensure GMP and HSE compliance.
• You organize operator training and handover to operations.
Evolution in the role
BelTech Automation was officially created in January 2025. It is a team under construction and expansion, with the ambition to align our support models for production and projects in Belgium.
This could lead to growth opportunities in technical, project, and management areas. The team currently consists of 15 internal members and more than 80 external collaborators.
Interested? For this role, we’re looking for the following education, experience, and skills
Bachelor or Master degree in automation.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in GMP process automation.
Strong knowledge of PCS7 and/or AVEVA SP
Fluent in French and English.
Strong design, execution, and validation skills.
Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
Risk management and adaptability in dynamic environments.
Be part for 24/7 guard support (level 2) in hybrid model with Automation Integrators, and ready to travel a limited period of time.
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!
About us
UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are around 8,500 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.
Why work with us?
At UCB, we don’t just complete tasks, we create value. We aren’t afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We ‘go beyond’ to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that’s on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.
UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on [email protected] . Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.
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