Senior Automation Engineer / Senior Automation Engineeress

Join Lonza in Shaping the Future of Biotechnology

Today, Lonza stands as a global leader in life sciences, operating across three continents. While our work is rooted in science, there’s no magic formula to our success. Our greatest asset is our talented people who collaborate to devise ideas that empower businesses to enhance lives. In turn, we encourage our employees to take ownership of their careers. Their contributions, both big and small, genuinely make a difference in the world. This is the kind of meaningful work we strive to be part of.

About the Role

Our site in Visp, Switzerland is expanding, and we are currently seeking a Senior Automation Engineer (m/f/d) for our Biologics organization. In this role, you will lead the implementation of a standardized Automation Recipe Lifecycle approach as we transition new growth assets into operation. This position presents a unique opportunity to collaborate with a central team, working alongside Automation and Operations across all Biologics Manufacturing Assets to coordinate recipe object updates, testing, documentation, and installation.

A passion for Biotechnology and a drive to join our Lonza talent community are essential. You will support the standardization and optimization of the automated production process while embracing a flexible, hybrid work model.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of a standardized recipe lifecycle approach for products in the routine manufacturing phase.
• Drive the development of recipes for major growth projects.
• Author cGMP-compliant documentation (FS, Software Test Cases, SOPs, etc.) in collaboration with Bioprocess engineers, Plant Leads, QA, and MSAT.
• Supervise and manage processes under change control during start-up, qualification, and production phases. Participate in risk and process deviation analyses.
• Provide support outside of normal working hours in exceptional cases, such as imminent production downtime or security issues.
• Build and modify shared recipe objects, defining EC Modules in the MES / DeltaV systems to run production processes.
• Enhance procedures and processes in compliance with safety, hygiene, environmental, and quality standards in your area of responsibility.

Key Requirements

• Degree in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Computer Engineering, Science, or related fields, or equivalent experience.
• Structured, focused, and well-organized work ethic; solution-oriented and open to new insights.
• Expertise with MES Syncade and DeltaV is highly desirable; familiarity with other GMP systems (LIMS, SAP, MODA, etc.) is a plus.
• Ability to identify risks related to security or compliance/GMP, discuss them, and help resolve them.
• Outstanding team player with strong communication skills.
• Excellent understanding of IT/process control systems and the ability to recognize optimization potential.
• Independently implements measures to optimize security, costs, and operational processes.
• Business fluent in English.

Why Lonza?

Every day, Lonza's products and services positively impact millions of lives. For us, this is not just a privilege, but also a profound responsibility. How we achieve our results is as important as the outcomes themselves. At Lonza, we prioritize respect for our people and our environment. Our success is hollow if not achieved ethically.

People choose Lonza for the challenge and creativity involved in solving complex problems and fostering new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes from making a meaningful difference in the world.

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