Experienced Automation Engineer

Lonza • Bend, OR

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Lonza's Bend site as an experienced Automation Engineer and play a key role in supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing operations through innovative automation solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and drive continuous improvement. Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. We are looking for 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.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree (minimum) or Bachelor’s Degree (preferred) in Automation, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Experience with industrial automation and controls in a manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with Allen Bradley PLCs, HMI development, and FactoryTalk systems
• Knowledge of SCADA, Building Automation Systems, and network infrastructure
• Ability to support manufacturing operations on an on-call rotation
• Strong troubleshooting skills and understanding of safety practices

Nice To Haves

• Experience in regulated industries such as biotech or pharmaceuticals preferred

Responsibilities

• Support 24/7 operation of GMP process and facility equipment to ensure maximum uptime
• Lead troubleshooting and resolve automation system issues
• Manage vendors and suppliers for automation system implementation and support
• Develop and maintain specifications and documentation for automation systems
• Collaborate with IT/OT teams to ensure secure and reliable infrastructure
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians
• Drive improvements in automation systems through hardware/software upgrades

Benefits

• An agile career and dynamic working culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree