Job type: Permanent Location: Banbury/Bicester Closing date: Thursday 19 Nov 2026 08:00 Wrightbus is seeking a Head of Engineering Systems & Digitalisation to lead the strategy, governance, and continuous improvement of engineering systems and digital processes. The role focuses on driving engineering transformation, standardisation, and efficiency across the product lifecycle, while collaborating closely with Engineering, IT, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Programme Management to support Wrightbus's growth and zero-emission ambitions. We are currently seeking for Head of Engineering Systems & Digitalisation based in Banbury/Bicester Head of Engineering Systems & Digitalisation - Key Responsibilities (Summary) Engineering Systems Strategy & Roadmap - Define and maintain the Engineering Systems Architecture and roadmap, ensuring systems support business needs, manage risk, improve efficiency, reduce duplication, and deliver benefits. Enable Engineering Ways of Working - Ensure systems support Requirements & Systems Engineering, Design, DVP & Release, Engineering Change & Configuration, and Problem Solving & Reliability. Data & Configuration Governance - Establish standards for data ownership, systems of record, revision control, traceability, and Engineering data integrity. System Design & Implementation - Lead requirements gathering, system selection, transformation programmes, implementation, supplier coordination, and benefit tracking, ensuring technology supports Engineering processes. Cross-Functional Integration - Act as the main Engineering interface with IT, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Programme Management, Product Safety, Aftersales, Finance, and wider business initiatives. Training & Adoption - Develop training and deployment plans, embed new ways of working, monitor adoption and compliance, and drive corrective actions. Cybersecurity, Risk & Resilience - Ensure Engineering systems meet cybersecurity, data governance, access control, business continuity, and risk management requirements. Governance & Continuous Improvement - Establish governance frameworks, measure performance and benefits, drive continuous improvement, support audits, and ensure evidence of technical decisions and approvals. We're looking for someone who: Significant experience in Engineering Systems, Systems Engineering, PLM/PDM, Engineering Processes, or Engineering Transformation within a complex product development environment, ideally in automotive, commercial vehicle, aerospace, off-highway, or other regulated industries. Strong understanding of the product development lifecycle, including requirements management, DVP, change and release processes, BOMs, and configuration management. Experience implementing or improving Engineering systems and digital workflows. Strong capabilities in process mapping, systems architecture, data governance, and configuration control. Experience managing systems improvement portfolios, developing business cases, and delivering measurable benefits. Good understanding of cybersecurity, information security, data governance, and digital risk in an engineering environment. Experience in change management, system deployment, and training, with strong stakeholder management across Engineering, IT, Operations, and senior leadership. Strong commercial awareness, including supplier management, software licensing, and lifecycle costs, with a focus on practical, user-friendly solutions. Why Join Wrightbus? We offer a comprehensive package designed to support your career and wellbeing: Work with leading operators across the UK Discretionary bonus scheme Life insurance Medicash health scheme Discounts with major retailers Career progression pathways Flexitime options #wbstaff To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application or Login/Register to apply button below. TPBN1_NI
Head of Engineering Systems & Digitalisation in Slough employer: Wrightbus
Wrightbus is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Europe’s fastest-growing production company. With a strong focus on employee development, you will benefit from career progression opportunities, professional development, and a supportive culture that values collaboration and innovation. Enjoy perks like a discretionary bonus, life insurance, and discounts with local businesses, all while working in a flexible setting that promotes work-life balance.
