Associate Director, Automation Engineering

Lonza Group

Bend, OR, US
Base: $167,000 - $243,000 usd py; bonus: performan...
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8+ years biopharmaceutical facility experience
Project management of capex automation projects
Dcs scada plc hardware specification
** Lonza Group is seeking an Associate Director of Automation Engineering to lead multiple large-scale capital projects at its U.S. sites in Bend, OR, or Houston, TX. The role requires extensive experience in project management, automation design, and strong communication skills to coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure project success. **

Job Summary

  • The Associate Director will manage multiple large Capital projects focusing on the design, development, and rollout of automation standards within Lonza's global life sciences operations.
  • This role requires extensive experience in project engineering and management within chemical, biochemical, and life sciences industries with a focus on cGMP manufacturing facilities.
  • The position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $167,000 to $243,000 USD along with performance bonuses, comprehensive medical benefits, and 401(k) matching.

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** Lonza Group is seeking an Associate Director of Automation Engineering to lead multiple large-scale capital projects at its U.S. sites in Bend, OR, or Houston, TX. The role requires extensive experience in project management, automation design, and strong communication skills to coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure project success. **

Salary

Base: $167,000 - $243,000 USD per year; Bonus: Performance-related bonus; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years biopharmaceutical facility experience
  • Project management of CAPEX automation projects
  • DCS SCADA PLC hardware specification
  • Control systems design and validation
  • Cross-functional team leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree in engineering preferred
  • Mammalian cell culture processing knowledge
  • Aseptic filling system experience
  • Strong communication skills
  • International travel capability

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical)
  • 8+ years experience with Biopharmaceutical facilities
  • 6 years managing engineering consultants and vendors
  • Passport required for international travel

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