Pharma Manufacturing Systems Engineer – Onsite Bend, OR

Lonza Group Ltd.; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Relocation assistance available

Dynamic working culture

Inclusive workplace

Growth opportunities

Cross-functional collaboration

Job summary

Lonza Group Ltd. in Bend, Oregon-based facility seeks an experienced engineer to own and support pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, including spray dryers.

You will provide hands-on engineering support across manufacturing, quality, and reliability teams while ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and lifecycle management of critical equipment. The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, capital project involvement, and ongoing efforts to improve uptime and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; engineering degree preferred.
• Experience supporting pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing equipment preferred.
• Hands-on experience with capital projects and engineering documentation.
• Strong problem-solving using structured troubleshooting methods.
• Experience working with vendors, contractors, and cross-functional teams.
• Working knowledge of automation, controls, or equipment data systems.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a diverse team environment.
• Self-driven, ownership, initiative, accountability, and ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Own and support pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, including spray dryers.
• Provide hands-on engineering support across manufacturing, quality, and reliability teams.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, process, automation, and electrical issues safely.
• Act as a subject matter expert for equipment performance and lifecycle management.
• Support capital projects from design through commissioning and qualification.
• Improve equipment reliability, uptime, and maintainability.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and GMP guidelines.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Automation

Cross-functional teams

Problem solving

Communication

Ownership

Vendor coordination

Education

High school diploma / GED

Engineering degree preferred

Tools

Automation systems

Data systems

Job description

Lonza Group Ltd. in Bend, Oregon-based facility seeks an experienced engineer to own and support pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, including spray dryers.

You will provide hands-on engineering support across manufacturing, quality, and reliability teams while ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and lifecycle management of critical equipment. The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, capital project involvement, and ongoing efforts to improve uptime and