Automation Engineer

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Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people collaborating, devising ideas that help businesses improve lives. In exchange, we empower our people to take ownership of their careers. Their ideas, both big and small, genuinely contribute to a better world. That’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

Opportunity for Automation Engineer

The Visp site in Switzerland is expanding, and we are seeking an Automation Engineer (80-100%) (m/f/d) for our Biologics organization. This role focuses on implementing the Visp Biologics Automation Recipe Lifecycle to support Lonza’s manufacturing operations, working closely with other teams across all Biologics Manufacturing assets, and coordinating recipe object updates, testing, documentation, and installation.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement a standardized recipe lifecycle approach for products in the routine manufacturing phase.
• Contribute to the development of recipes for New Production Introduction.
• Co-author cGMP-compliant documentation (FS, Software Test Cases, SOPs, etc.) in collaboration with Bioprocess engineers, Plant Leads, QA, and MSAT.
• Monitor and implement changes under change control during the start-up, qualification, and production phases, participating in risk and process deviation analyses.
• Assist in building and modifying shared recipe objects, defining EC Modules in the MES / DeltaV or equivalent systems used in production processes.
• Contribute to improving procedures and processes while complying with safety, hygiene, environmental, and quality requirements.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Biotechnology, Computer Engineering, Science, or equivalent experience.
• Structured, focused, and well-organized work ethic, solution-oriented and open-minded to new insights.
• Expertise with MES Syncade or DeltaV is highly desirable, along with familiarity with other GMP systems (LIMS, SAP, MODA, etc.).
• Ability to identify risks related to security or compliance/GMP, engage in discussions, and help rectify issues.
• Experience working in a team with strong collaboration skills.
• Good understanding of IT/process control systems and the ability to recognize operational optimization potential.
• Business proficient in English.

Apply Today

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of lives. For us, this is not just a privilege, but also a profound responsibility. How we achieve our business results is equally as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and safeguard our people and our environment. Any success we attain is meaningless if it is not achieved ethically.

People are drawn to Lonza for the challenge and creativity involved in solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes from improving lives around the world—a meaningful difference that matters.

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