Automation Engineer
Job in
Bend, Deschutes County, Oregon, 97701, USA
Listed on 2026-09-04
Listing for:
Lonza
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-04
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Validation Engineer, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Lonza is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to design, implement, and support advanced automation for biopharmaceutical manufacturing. In this role you will develop and optimize PLC/SCADA and DCS-based systems in a GMP environment, ensuring reliability, data integrity, and regulatory compliance. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams on technology transfer, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement, while supporting commissioning, qualification, and lifecycle management. This position offers exposure to cutting-edge bioprocess technologies, global projects, and strong opportunities for professional growth in a mission-driven, patient-focused organization.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and optimize automation solutions for biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes
- Develop, configure, and maintain PLC/SCADA and DCS systems in a GMP-regulated environment
- Collaborate with process engineering, QA, and operations to ensure reliable and compliant automation performance
- Lead troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement of automated systems
- Author and maintain technical documentation, URS, FDS, test plans, and validation protocols
- Support system commissioning, qualification, and lifecycle management for new and existing equipment
- Ensure data integrity, cybersecurity, and integration with MES and data historians
- Provide on-call and shop-floor support to maintain high equipment uptime
- Contribute to technology transfer and scale-up activities across global Lonza sites
- Mentor junior engineers and share best practices in automation and control technologies
Required Skills
- PLC programming (Rockwell, Siemens, or similar)
- SCADA/HMI configuration and support
- DCS systems in GMP manufacturing
- GAMP 5 and computer system validation (CSV)21 CFR Part 11 and data integrity compliance
- GMP biopharma process automation (upstream/downstream/fill-finish)
- Industrial networking and control system cybersecurity
- Batch control (ISA-88) and recipe management
- MES integration and data historians
- Root cause analysis and continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma)
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