Pharma OT Systems Engineer: PLC/SCADA & Validation

Lonza Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) matching plan

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability保险

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement options

Job summary

Lonza Tampa is seeking an OT Systems Engineer to support critical automation and operational technology that deliver high‑quality pharmaceutical products. The role spans manufacturing, laboratory and utility environments, focusing on reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement while working in a regulated GMP setting.

You will maintain control systems such as PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, BAS/BMS, LIMS and data historians, ensure security and validation readiness, manage documentation and backups,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting OT, automation, or manufacturing systems
• Experience working within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other GMP-regulated environments preferred
• Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, industrial automation, and system integration principles
• Familiarity with Computer System Validation (CSV), GAMP 5, and 21 CFR Part 11 requirements
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain OT systems, including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, BAS/BMS, LIMS, LMS, and data historian platforms
• Ensure OT systems remain reliable, secure, and compliant within a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• Maintain system architecture, asset inventories, configuration records, and technical documentation
• Manage validated backup and recovery processes, including restoration testing and disaster recovery activities
• Lead OT activities for equipment installations, upgrades, commissioning, and automation improvement projects
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and IT teams to troubleshoot and resolve system issues
• Support cybersecurity, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational performance and data integrity

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field

Tools

PLCs

HMIs

SCADA

Job description

Lonza Tampa is seeking an OT Systems Engineer to support critical automation and operational technology that deliver high‑quality pharmaceutical products. The role spans manufacturing, laboratory and utility environments, focusing on reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement while working in a regulated GMP setting.

You will maintain control systems such as PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, BAS/BMS, LIMS and data historians, ensure security and validation readiness, manage documentation and backups,