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 working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

The Automation Manager, Midscale will support ongoing Lonza operations through technical assistance as it relates to the manufacturing and process systems. This individual will provide a technical resource to operations customers to ensure that equipment and facilities are designed and operating to meet production needs.

Key responsibilities: 

• Develop technical knowledge on manufacturing equipment and process control systems.


• Responsible and accountable for resolution of all equipment breakdowns and quality issues in the suites.


• Provide SME support to Manufacturing and other departments for the design and operation of process equipment.


• Conduct troubleshooting and technical analyses on manufacturing equipment and process control systems including PI data analyses, CIP/SIP circuit development and review, flow path analyses, code review/troubleshooting, etc.


• Act as a Controls engineering lead for tech transfer of new processes into the facility.


• Assign work to direct reports including new projects and initiatives, prioritize work based on business needs, impact to quality and safety, and employee development.


• Guide direct reports through technical engineering challenges and escalation of issues.


• Conduct regular 1-on-1’s with employees to check progress on work objectives.


• Assist with development of employees to help employees achieve career goal.

Key requirements: 

• High School Diploma or Equivalent; BS in Engineering DisciplinePreferred area of study:  Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering


• Significant years of pharma/biotech (or equivalent)


• Experience in the design and operation of automation systems for Biopharmaceutical facilities, both manufacturing and support systems.


• Project management and coordination experience associated with the execution of capital projects in an industrial environment in required.


• Practical experience in the management and coordination of engineering and construction management consultants, equipment vendors and contractors is required.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.