Engineer Ii - Frontline Engineering (downstream Operations)

Lonza Group

Vacaville, California, US
Base: $95,000-$153,000; bonus: performance-related...
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Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
Hands-on experience in downstream biotech manufacturing
Gmp-regulated pharmaceutical environment experience
** Lonza Group is seeking an Engineer II for Frontline Engineering at their Vacaville, California facility, responsible for supporting biopharmaceutical manufacturing operations. The role involves acting as a subject matter expert, addressing technical challenges, and driving continuous improvement in a GMP-regulated environment. **

Job Summary

  • This role directly supports 24/7 manufacturing operations as a subject matter expert ensuring systems are fit for purpose in a GMP-regulated environment.
  • The position offers a base annual salary ranging between $95,000-$153,000 along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching.
  • Candidates will lead small to medium-sized improvement projects and partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and Maintenance teams to deliver production schedules.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Lonza Group is seeking an Engineer II for Frontline Engineering at their Vacaville, California facility, responsible for supporting biopharmaceutical manufacturing operations. The role involves acting as a subject matter expert, addressing technical challenges, and driving continuous improvement in a GMP-regulated environment. **

Salary

Base: $95,000-$153,000; Bonus: Performance-related bonus available; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability, EAP, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
  • Hands-on experience in downstream biotech manufacturing
  • GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment experience
  • Knowledge of chromatography and viral filtration
  • Structured problem solving and root cause analysis

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with SAP and data visualization tools
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Project leadership for system improvements
  • Proficiency with P&IDs and MS Office

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biotech, or Operations
  • Commercial GMP facility experience required
  • Demonstrated project leadership skills

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