Global Controls Engineer- Automation (Greenwood, SC - Hybrid)

Lonza • Greenwood, SC

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join Lonza AG as a Global Controls Engineer – Automation and help shape the future of life sciences through cutting-edge automation solutions. This role offers the chance to work on global projects that impact multiple continents, driving innovation and efficiency across our manufacturing sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Robotics.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on automation required.
• Strong skills in PLC/SCADA systems and software development processes required.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a global team setting.
• Excellent project management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Open to mentorship and professional growth opportunities.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, replicate, and support global automation systems across sites in Belgium, France, US, Mexico, China, Japan, and India.
• Apply advanced PLC/SCADA/Simotion expertise to global initiatives, focusing on software development and validation.
• Design and execute test plans to ensure software reliability and compliance.
• Lead commissioning activities and support validation of control systems.
• Collaborate with R&D and production site automation teams to align strategies and solutions.
• Provide accurate time estimates for control software development tasks.
• Drive continuous improvement and contribute to environmental and health safety initiatives.

Benefits

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees