Systems Engineer Level 3

Lonza; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Growth opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Lonza is seeking a Network/Systems Engineer in Portsmouth, NH, to design and maintain infrastructure supporting manufacturing operations. The role focuses on modernizing networks, reliability, and delivering tech solutions for life sciences production.

You will lead network modernization initiatives, configure LAN environments, and administer Windows Server environments, with on-call duties to ensure uptime. This is a site-based role with limited flexibility.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred in CS/IS/Engineering.
• 5+ years supporting infrastructure in biotech/manufacturing/regulatory environments.
• Experience designing, integrating, testing, maintaining complex systems.
• Strong Windows Server, networking, virtualization, and SQL Server knowledge.
• Solid understanding of firewalls, VLANs, access controls, and security practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain network and server infrastructure for manufacturing and lab operations.
• Lead infrastructure growth projects and network modernization initiatives.
• Configure/maintain LAN, routers, switches, and VLANs; troubleshoot performance issues.
• Administer Windows Server environments (AD, DNS, DHCP, GP) and storage/virtualization.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot, and apply cybersecurity best practices.
• Participate in on-call rotations to support critical systems.

Skills

Network design

Troubleshooting

Security best practices

Issue diagnosis

Education

Associate's degree in CS/Engineering/IS

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/IS

Tools

Windows Server

Networking

Virtualization

Microsoft SQL Server

Job description

Network/Systems Engineer

Portsmouth, NH

Site-based with limited flexibility

We are seeking an experienced Network/Systems Engineer to design, implement, and maintain the infrastructure that supports our manufacturing operations. In this role, you will play a key part in modernizing manufacturing networks, improving system reliability, and delivering technology solutions that support the production of life-changing therapies.

What you will get

• Opportunity to lead network modernization initiatives across manufacturing environments.
• Exposure to advanced biotech manufacturing and laboratory technologies.
• A collaborative and inclusive workplace where your ideas and expertise are valued.
• Opportunities for professional growth, development, and technical leadership.
• Competitive compensation and benefits programs.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• An agile career within a global leader in life sciences.

What you will do

• Design, implement, and maintain network and server infrastructure supporting manufacturing automation systems and laboratory operations.
• Lead infrastructure growth projects, upgrades, and network modernization initiatives.
• Configure and maintain LAN environments, including routers, switches, and VLANs.
• Troubleshoot network performance issues.
• Administer Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.
• Manage virtualization platforms and associated storage infrastructure.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement cybersecurity best practices.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to support critical systems outside normal business hours.

What we are looking for

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related discipline preferred.
• 5+ years of experience supporting infrastructure within a biotech, manufacturing, or regulated environment.
• Experience designing, integrating, testing, and maintaining complex systems.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server, networking, virtualization, and Microsoft SQL Server.
• Solid understanding of network security principles, including firewalls, VLANs, and access controls.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with manufacturing execution systems (MES), industrial control systems such as Emerson DeltaV, PowerShell scripting, backup and recovery solutions, or relevant industry certifications is preferred.

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 offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.