Automation Engineer 80-100%

Lonza; Basel; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile career culture

Inclusive workplace

Performance recognition

Job summary

Lonza in Basel Stücki, Switzerland, seeks an Automation Engineer to design, program and implement automated drug-product solutions. You will work with automation scientists to develop scalable systems that meet quality standards.

You will lead workstreams, perform root cause analyses, and ensure GxP compliance while collaborating across cross-functional teams in a dynamic, agile environment.

Qualifications

• Master degree in engineering, computer sciences, life sciences or related field.
• Proficient programming in Python and automation-focused languages.
• Hands-on experience with liquid handlers is highly desirable.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Routine sample preparation of drug product with automated liquid handler and maintenance of automation systems.
• Design, develop, program, and implement automated solutions using digital platforms.
• Act as SME in automation and digitalization to lead workstreams.
• Conduct root cause analysis for automation issues and implement CAPA actions.
• Ensure automation activities comply with GxP, safety standards, and company policies.
• Engage with automation scientists and stakeholders to propose solutions.

Skills

Python

Education

Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Sciences, Life Sciences, or related field

Tools

Hamilton Vantage/STAR line

Tecan Fluent/Evo

Job description

The actual location of this job is in Basel Stücki, Switzerland.

For our successful Drug Product focused branch located in Basel and Stein, Switzerland, we have exciting opportunities. Become part of a group that enables its customers to meet some of the greatest challenges in patient treatment and join us by applying for the Automation Engineer position.

What you will get:

• An agile career and a dynamic work culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance

What you will do:

• Routine sample preparation of drug product samples with an automated liquid handler as well as maintenance of automation systems
• Design, develop, program, and implement automated solutions using various digital platforms (e.g. Microsoft 365 products)
• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) in automation and digitalization to lead various workstreams
• Participate in root cause analysis for automation-related issues and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Ensure all automation activities comply with relevant GxP regulations, safety standards, and company policies
• Engage directly with automation scientists and other stakeholders to propose and implement automated solutions accordingly

What we are looking for:

• Master Degree in Engineering, Computer Sciences, Life Sciences or a related field
• Proficient programming skills in Python and other languages relevant to automation
• Hands-on experience with liquid handlers is highly desired, e.g. experience with state-of-the-art liquid handler software/hardware such as Hamilton Vantage/STAR line or, Tecan Fluent/Evo
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills
• Fluent in English (written and spoken) is required. Any other languages are a plus

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.