Plant Engineer – Manufacturing & Process Improvement

Lonza Group Ltd.; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile culture

Inclusive workplace

401(k) matching

Medical, dental & vision

Global benefits access

Job summary

Lonza Portsmouth NH is seeking a Plant Engineer to support ongoing operations by providing technical assistance related to manufacturing and process systems; you will be a technical resource to ensure equipment and facilities are designed, operated, and maintained to meet production needs.

You will participate in project execution, equipment changes, preventive maintenance updates, CAPA actions, and tech transfer support, with emphasis on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
• Preferred: Chemical or Mechanical engineering background.
• 2–5 years of engineering experience in plant systems.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing Support – develop expertise in equipment and processes; troubleshoot breakdowns and quality issues.
• Technical Analysis – perform PI data reviews and CIP/SIP checks; evaluate flow paths.
• Process Integration – assist tech transfer; update preventive maintenance plans.
• Project Execution – plan and implement equipment changes; manage commissioning and changes.
• Quality & Compliance – participate in deviations, RCAs, and CAPA actions.
• Documentation – review SOPs, work instructions, batch records, and commissioning protocols.
• Training & Systems – maintain training compliance in SAP Learning Portal, ComplianceWire, iComply, QSMRT.

Skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical)

Tools

SAP Learning Portal

ComplianceWire

iComply

QSMRT

Job description

Lonza Portsmouth NH is seeking a Plant Engineer to support ongoing operations by providing technical assistance related to manufacturing and process systems; you will be a technical resource to ensure equipment and facilities are designed, operated, and maintained to meet production needs.

You will participate in project execution, equipment changes, preventive maintenance updates, CAPA actions, and tech transfer support, with emphasis on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.