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 site in Visp, Switzerland is growing and for our Biologics organization, we are seeking a Site Automation Engineer (m/f/d) who can manage the development and delivery of a harmonized automation training program to support the rapid growth at Lonza Visp using various teaching methodologies. You support the development and maintenance of Syncade/DeltaV Recipes for all the manufacturing assets.

You have a passion for Biotechnology and have the ambition to join our Lonza talent community. You support the standardization and optimization of the automated production process. Become part of this exciting opportunity and apply now for the position as a Site Automation Engineer (m/f/d) in the Site Automation Team.

Key responsibilities:

• Already in the routine manufacturing phase, own the responsibility for the management of the Site Standards Library

• Responsibility for the development and delivery of a harmonized Automation Systems Training Program

• Author cGMP-compliant documentation (FS, Software Test Cases, SOPs, etc.) in cooperation with the Bioprocess Engineers, Plant Leads, and MSAT

• Monitor and change processes (under change control) during the start-up, qualification and production phase and participate in risk and process deviation analysis

• Support the development and maintenance of Syncade/DeltaV Recipes for all manufacturing assets

• Constantly improve procedures and processes in compliance with the safety, hygiene, environmental and quality requirements in the area of responsibility

• Recognise risks in relation to security or compliance / GMP, discuss them and help to rectify them

Key requirements:

• University Degree with the major in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Engineering or related disciplines

• Good experience and knowledge of MES Syncade and DeltaV are highly desired as well as familiarity with other GMP systems (LIMS, SAP, MODA, etc.)

• Impeccable team and social skills, very good understanding of IT / process control systems. Recognise operational optimization potential

• Ability to communicate internally and externally at higher levels; strong business understanding Strong team orientation

• Fluent English and conversational German

Every day, Lonzas 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.