Engineer II, Automation

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five 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

Lonza is excited to invite hardworking individuals to apply for the Engineer II, Automation position at our Bend, OR location. At Lonza, we believe that our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to encouraging an inclusive environment where collaboration drives our success. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a world-class team and make a tangible impact.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist in the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of automated process and facility equipment and control systems.
• Support equipment startup, commissioning, and qualification activities to ensure flawless operation.
• Troubleshoot and repair automated industrial control systems to support manufacturing and development operations.
• Perform hands-on, detailed work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Collaborate with internal multi-disciplinary team members to craft/modify equipment supporting GMP operations, product development, and R&D activities.
• Work collaboratively with automation team colleagues, support electrical and automation designs of senior colleagues, communicate openly, and learn from each other.
• Support field installation of instrumentation and controls devices to system control panels.
• Support updates to data historian systems (OSIsoft PI System).
• Demonstrate the ability to perform hands-on, detailed work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Maintain proficiency in the design, installation, and implementation of electro-mechanical control systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems and automated equipment in a GMP environment.
• Apply industry-standard software engineering principles such as IEEE, GAMP, and 21CFR Part 11.
• Apply knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, and Building Automation Systems.

Key requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience (preferred), Associates Degree or equivalent experience (minimum) in Industrial Controls / Automation / Electrical Engineering or a similar field.
• Experience working with industrial automation, instrumentation, and controls, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in biotech/pharmaceutical or similar regulated industries is preferred.
• Willingness to support manufacturing operations on an on-call rotation basis.
• Electrical troubleshooting experience and familiarity with safety practices.
• Familiarity with Allen Bradley PLC and HMI development environment, Studio 5000, and supporting FactoryTalk systems (FT Directory, AssetCentre, Alarm & Events, etc.).
• Knowledge of 2D CAD systems to support electrical and system documentation.
• Familiarity with P&IDs.
• Familiarity with SCADA and Building Automation Systems.
• Familiarity with IT/OT, network systems, and security is a plus.

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.