Senior Controls Engineer - Automation Lead

Lonza; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Career development opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

Lonza Group in Portsmouth, NH, is seeking an experienced Controls Engineering leader to support manufacturing operations through process automation, instrumentation, and control systems expertise. This fully site-based role focuses on reliable, compliant operation and long-term automation strategy across a global biopharmaceutical environment.

You will lead high-impact automation projects, mentor engineers, and partner with global teams to implement standards and continuous improvement, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
• 15+ years of experience in pharmaceutical/biotech or industrial automation environments.
• Experience as a Controls Lead for technology transfers and manufacturing projects.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills in a cGMP environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for manufacturing automation and instrumentation systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
• Lead and execute automation projects involving complex equipment upgrades and process improvements.
• Serve as the Controls Lead for technology transfer activities and process implementation projects.
• Support manufacturing teams by troubleshooting automation systems, analyzing process data, and resolving equipment issues.
• Partner with Global Engineering and site teams to develop and implement automation standards and best practices.
• Own and execute CAPA actions, change controls, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership for project teams and automation activities.

Skills

Automation expertise

Project leadership

Mentoring

Troubleshooting

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/CS

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Lonza Group in Portsmouth, NH, is seeking an experienced Controls Engineering leader to support manufacturing operations through process automation, instrumentation, and control systems expertise. This fully site-based role focuses on reliable, compliant operation and long-term automation strategy across a global biopharmaceutical environment.

You will lead high-impact automation projects, mentor engineers, and partner with global teams to implement standards and continuous improvement, with