Engineer, Engineering - Process (Fixed Term)

Lonza; Singapore; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile culture

Inclusive workplace

Performance-based rewards

Role-based benefits

Job summary

Lonza is hiring a Process Engineer for a 12-month fixed-term contract to join the Process Engineering team in Singapore Tuas. The role is fully site-based, emphasizing hands-on collaboration and precise manufacturing of biologics under strict quality and safety standards.

You will drive operational support, drive process improvements, and manage GMP-related activities across MSAT, QA, Maintenance, and OPEX to ensure reliable equipment and successful tech transfers.

Qualifications

• Process engineering experience in manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of cGMP manufacturing processes is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and process support for manufacturing systems in biologics production.
• Develop and implement best practices to improve success rates and safety.
• Lead investigations related to deviations and CAPA proposals.
• Coordinate commissioning and qualification activities (IQ/OQ) and handover to maintenance.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Engineering degree or Diploma in Process Engineering

Job description

Lonza is looking to hire a Process Engineer (12 months fixed term contract) to join our Process Engineering team. This is a fully site‑based role at Singapore Tuas. Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.

You will be responsible for process engineering activities that support the successful manufacture of biologics products in Lonza Singapore. As subject matter experts, maintain the interface across all supporting functions (MSAT, Automation, QA, Maintenance, OPEX, EHS) and Manufacturing to ensure seamless manufacturing of product through fit for purpose, reliable equipment design, continuous improvement of process and successful Technical Transfers.

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.

• An inclusive and ethical workplace.

• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.

• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.

The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.

What you will do:

• To provide operational and process support for the successful and uninterrupted operation of manufacturing systems used in manufacture of biologics products like bioreactors, purification equipment, media & buffer systems, heat/cooling systems and CIP/SIP equipment.
• Develop and implement best practices and play a key role in improving manufacturing success rates, maintaining compliance, providing for a safe work environment and controlling costs of the manufacturing operations.
• As process SME to provide daily operational support and maintenance for the manufacture of biologics products in a cGMP environment including, modifications and changes to processes and equipment, process troubleshooting, root cause analysis and deviation investigation.
• Participate and lead, when required, in all investigations (contaminations, observations, deviations, and discrepancies) relating to the audit, manufacturing process and propose CAPA.
• Propose and evaluate modifications to equipment, processes and operations to improve safety, increase efficiency and enhance company goals.
• Coordinate and manage the commissioning, IQ and OQ phases of the projects. Ensure completed projects and documents/ drawings are properly handed over the users and Maintenance. Ensure project close out process is completed.
• Supervise outside contractors to develop and implement Capital projects and plant modification.
• Involve in new customer tech transfer and risk assessment as process SME and develop, plan & execute work necessary to ensure a successful tech transfer.
• Perform technical review as a process SME during the revision of GMP controlled documents (e.g. SOPs, batch records, commissioning or qualification protocols).
• Experienced working with change control, permit to work, drawing management, documentation etc for day‑to‑day activities.
• Support the team on audit/ inspection at all time.

What we are looking for:

• Degree in Engineering disciplines or Diploma with Process Engineering experience.
• Relevant experience in the operation and maintenance of manufacturing equipment, preferably in Biopharmaceutical or Petrochemical facilities.
• Good understanding in process equipment design and operation.
• Strong problem solving ability, troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

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.