Engineer - Frontline

Engineer – Frontline MAR Support

Location: Vacaville, California (On-site)

Join our team in Vacaville and take ownership of critical manufacturing systems that enable life‑saving therapies. As an SME, you’ll ensure equipment readiness, solve complex challenges, and lead impactful projects that shape the future of medicine.

The full‑time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $93,000-$149,000
. In addition, below you will find a comprehensive summary of the benefits package we offer:

• Performance‑related bonus
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) matching plan
• Life insurance, as well as short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Paid Time Off

Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge.

• Support manufacturing activities as an SME, ensuring systems are fit for purpose and ready for use.
• Investigate complex issues and manage system changes with no precedent solutions.
• Lead small to medium improvement projects that enhance reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Maintenance, Automation, SHE, and Quality teams to meet production goals.
• Apply technical knowledge and GMP expertise to solve problems and influence decisions.
• Own or support critical systems such as bioreactors, filtration, chromatography, and buffer/media preparation.
• Support equipment commissioning, qualification, and process transfers, including on‑call support as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Advanced experience in pharma/biotech manufacturing systems.
• Strong knowledge of GMPs and biopharmaceutical manufacturing operations.
• Experience with drug substance manufacturing systems and equipment.
• Proven problem‑solving and decision‑making skills, including root cause analysis.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills with ability to influence stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS Office and SAP; ability to read process diagrams (P&IDs).

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.