Lonza

Bioprocess Engineer Automation

CH - Visp Full time

Location: Visp, Switzerland
Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

At Lonza in Visp, you will play a key role in supporting microbial fermentation manufacturing campaigns that help deliver life-changing medicines. Join our dynamic team and contribute to innovation in biopharmaceutical production.

What you will get

  • An agile career and a dynamic work culture

  • An inclusive and ethical workplace

  • Compensation programs that recognize high performance

  • In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect numerous lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits.
    Benefits in Visp

What you will do:

  • Oversee and support microbial fermentation manufacturing campaigns

  • Prepare and implement EHS and cleaning risk analyses for assigned products

  • Establish and review electronic batch records and production documentation

  • Perform manufacturing activities according to cGMP guidelines and troubleshoot equipment issues

  • Review documentation and manage deviations, change requests, and CAPAs

  • Contribute to capital investment projects, including commissioning and qualification of manufacturing units

  • Train operators and represent your area during audits and customer visits

What we are looking for:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or related field

  • 2–4 years of relevant experience in microbial fermentation or biotechnical engineering

  • Strong understanding of GMP and bioprocess operations

  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

  • Organized, methodical, and solution-oriented approach

  • Experience with MES and DeltaV systems is a plus

  • Fluent in English; German is an advantage

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 value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 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.