DeltaV Engineer

Lonza Group AG

Eyholz

On-site

CHF 83,000 - 124,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Fully site-based role

Dynamic working culture

Job summary

Lonza Group AG in Visp (Eyholz) seeks a DeltaV Engineer to design, configure, and implement DeltaV automation solutions for major pharma CAPEX expansion projects at the Visp site. You will work closely with process engineering, IT/OT, validation, and operations to deliver compliant automation systems.

The role is fully site-based to ensure real-time collaboration, top-quality manufacturing, and precise execution.

Qualifications

Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
Hands-on experience configuring and administering DeltaV automation systems in pharma/biotech/chemical/industrial environments.
Strong understanding of process control design, instrumentation, and automation architectures.
Familiarity with GxP, GAMP5, and CSV in regulated environments.
Experience with CAPEX project execution, system integration, and commissioning.
Excellent troubleshooting with root-cause analysis mindset for complex automation systems.
Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

Design, configure, and implement DeltaV automation solutions for Visp CAPEX projects.
Configure DeltaV control modules, equipment modules, phases, recipes, graphics, alarms, and interfaces per company standards.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver fit-for-purpose automation systems.
Develop and maintain GxP-compliant automation documentation (FDS, test protocols, validation records).
Support system architecture design, hardware configuration, network integration, and third-party interfaces.
Troubleshoot automation, hardware, software, and communications issues during project execution, startup, and operation.
Participate in change control, deviations, risk assessments, and continuous improvement.

Skills

DeltaV experience

Process automation

GxP/CSV familiarity

Troubleshooting

CAPEX project experience

English proficiency

Education

Automation/Electrical/CS degree

Tools

DeltaV system

Instrumentation knowledge

Job description

DeltaV Engineer

Lonza Group AG Vacant since : 08.10.2026 3930 Eyholz (VS) 100% By agreement Temporary

DeltaV Engineer (EI&C)

Shape the future of biotech manufacturing at our Visp site by designing and optimizing cutting-edge DeltaV automation solutions for major capital expansion projects.

Fully site‑based roles

This is a fully site‑based role. Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.

What you will get:

An agile career and dynamic working culture.
An inclusive and ethical workplace.
Competitive hourly rate.

What you will do:

Design, configure, and implement DeltaV automation solutions for high-impact pharmaceutical and biotech CAPEX projects at Visp.
Configure DeltaV control modules, equipment modules, phases, recipes, graphics, alarms, and system interfaces following established company standards.
Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams including process engineering, IT/OT, validation, and operations to deliver fit‑for‑purpose automation systems.
Develop and maintain GxP‑compliant automation documentation, including functional design specifications, test protocols, and validation records.
Support system architecture design, hardware configuration, network integration, and third‑party system interface development.
Troubleshoot automation, hardware, software, and communication issues during project execution, startup, and operational support.
Participate in change control, deviation investigations, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence.

What we are looking for:

Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
Hands‑on experience configuring and administering DeltaV automation systems within pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical, or industrial manufacturing environments.
Strong understanding of process control design, instrumentation, and industrial automation architectures.
Working knowledge of GxP, GAMP5, and computerized system validation (CSV) within regulated environments.
Practical experience or strong familiarity with CAPEX project execution, system integration, and commissioning processes.
Excellent troubleshooting skills and a root‑cause‑analysis mindset for complex automation systems.
Professional fluency in and/or English.

About Lonza

At Lonza, their people are their greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, their globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Their core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who they are and how they work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work they want you to be part of. Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, they value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As Lonza’s talent acquisition partner, please note, Randstad is responsible for the engagement and contracting of this contingent role. Ready to play your part in shaping the future of life sciences?