Automation Engineer III - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
Automation Engineer III – Manufacturing Execution Systems
Location: Portsmouth, NH. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.
The Automation Engineer, Level 3 – Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) is responsible for driving and leading activities such as requirements gathering, authoring, testing, implementation and use of MES.
What you will get
An agile career and dynamic working culture
An inclusive and ethical workplace
401(k) matching plan
Competitive compensation programs that reward high performance
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Access to our full list of global benefits: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits
What you will do
Safety Compliance: Perform all work safely and meet required training standards.
Manufacturing Support: Troubleshoot and resolve equipment breakdowns, quality issues, and provide SME support for process automation systems.
Technical Expertise: Conduct analyses (PI data, CIP/SIP circuits, flow paths, code review) and assist with tech transfer of new processes.
Project Management: Plan and execute plant projects involving complex automation changes, process improvements, and capital projects.
Deviation & RCA Handling: Support investigations, review/approve deviations, participate in root cause analyses, and execute CAPA actions.
Documentation: Review/revise SOPs, functional specs, and work instructions; approve batch records, commissioning, and validation protocols.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Participate in IPT/JPT meetings, audits, inspections, and represent MES in various forums.
What we are looking for
Bachelor's degree in an engineering or related discipline with 5-10 years of automation experience.
Effective communicate at all levels
Ability to secure relevant information and identify key issues and relationships from a base of information
Evaluate engineering problems and be able to devise cause and effect relationships and propose solutions
Adapt to changing conditions
Ability to prioritize deliverables
About Lonza
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.
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