Automation Engineer 80-100%

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

We seek an Automation Engineer to support us from the start of the Greenfield project through to the operation of a pharmaceutical production facility! Ensure quality and safety of the HVAC and Utility systems controlled by a Process Control System as well as foster reliable operation and approval by the authorities for pharmaceutical production. Interested?

What you’ll get :

• An agile career and dynamic working culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance
• Along with competitive salaries, you’ll find a wide range of lifestyle, family and leisure benefits available. The full list of our local benefits can be also found on assetstream.aspx

What you’ll do

• Demonstrate technical expertise in Distributed Control Systems used within industrial process automation and interfacing technologies such as OPC-UA for vertical integration into MES or process historian systems.
• Take responsibility as a system owner, ensuring availability and cost-effective operational engineering.
• Lead troubleshooting and perform technical analyses on manufacturing equipment and automation systems.
• Maintain complete and up-to-date system documentation and qualification status.
• Conduct technical analyses and problem-solving on manufacturing equipment and automation systems, including collaboration with major package unit suppliers.
• Handle deviations and changes across your entire area of responsibility, ensuring smooth production operations.

What we’re looking for :

• A degree in Automation or Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Experience with Distributed Control Systems, preferably Emerson DeltaV
• Experience in GMP environments or other regulated settings is highly preferred.
• Enjoyment of a dynamic work environment and collaboration with diverse teams.
• Proficiency in English is required; German skills are a strong advantage.

Join Lonza AG and contribute to our team dedicated to producing validated results in the life sciences industry. We look forward to your application!

Every day, Lonza’s products and services positively impact millions of people. For us, this is a privilege and a responsibility. We respect and protect our people and environment. Success is only meaningful if achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction of improving lives worldwide and making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.