Director Smart Factory Process Owner, OT Standardization

Director Smart Factory Process Owner, OT Standardization Join BD as a technically adept leader who drives harmonization of operational technology systems, processes, and architecture across global manufacturing sites. The role ensures consistency, security, scalability, and interoperability of OT environments, aligns with IT systems, supports Industry 4.0 ambitions, and leads a team for Smart Factory change and value management including data governance. Principal Accountabilities Design, implement, secure, and standardize connectivity between production equipment and digital solutions. Develop and enforce OT connectivity standards across the Process Target Picture. Create and enforce OT architecture standards, protocols, and best practices across all sites and business units. Own and maintain the asset inventory and lifecycle management of OT assets. Ensure all OT systems comply with internal policies, cybersecurity frameworks and regulatory requirements. Partner with IT, Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Operations teams to align OT strategies with enterprise goals. Conduct FAT/SAT to confirm performance, safety, and cyber‑security compliance. Collaborate with Cybersecurity team to ensure OT assets cybersecurity practices and policies are implemented. Resolve connectivity or protocol issues quickly during installation and ongoing operations to minimize downtime. Produce reusable templates and reference architectures for faster rollouts. Collaborate with IT Integrator to align network segmentation and identity services. Develop and lead data strategy, connectivity and standardization for Smart Factory across all process target areas. Support data modelling standard to model, define and structure OT, IT and ET data in a knowledge graph. Lead the project team for platform implementation and data acquisition for integrating IT, OT and ET data across the manufacturing shop floor. Standardize vendor selection criteria and evaluate technologies for compatibility, scalability, and security. Lead change initiatives and training programs to promote adoption and value realization of Smart Factory Initiatives including OT standards across the organization. Education, Experience, and Capabilities Preferred 10+ years in industrial automation, controls, or electrical/PLC integration. Degree in Computer Science, Computer, Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical or other Engineering background required. Hands‑on experience connecting machines to plants. Working knowledge of industrial networking and basic cybersecurity standards. Troubleshooting mindset with willingness to travel to manufacturing sites. Familiarity with cloud data platforms. Experience with metadata management and data governance tools. Strong data‑driven decision‑making and cross‑functional facilitation capability. Demonstrated ability to set clear strategies & guide teams to results. Strong oral and written communications skills. Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills and the ability to function at all levels across multiple organizations. Strong influencing skills. Attention to detail, high level of initiative and motivation. Ability to work in a fast‑paced team oriented and matrix work environment. Supervisory Responsibility Direct Reports: Value &Learning Academy Leader, Data and User Experience Design Lead, Project Manager, Product Manager, OT Integrator. Indirect influence on all Smart Factory Process Owners and Teams. Indirect reports to all Site OT Engineers or Managers. Why Join Us? BD is a leading global medical technology company committed to advancing the world of health. You’ll join a collaborative, inclusive culture that values learning, growth, and innovation. You’ll work on cutting‑edge Smart Factory initiatives, help shape BD’s Industry 4.0 trajectory, and contribute to transformative solutions that impact millions of patients worldwide. Location & Compensation Primary Work Location: USA, NJ – Franklin Lakes (or USA, UT – Sandy). Salary: $169,700 – $305,700 USD per annum, plus benefits and equity opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr