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Lonza · 19 hours ago

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

positionGreenwood, SC
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityMid Level
date4+ years exp

Lonza AG is a leading company in the life sciences sector, seeking a Global Controls Engineer – Automation to drive innovation and efficiency through advanced automation solutions. This role involves developing and supporting global automation systems, collaborating with teams across various countries, and ensuring compliance and reliability of software systems.

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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

Qualification

PLC/SCADA expertiseSoftware developmentElectrical EngineeringProject managementCommunication skills

Required

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

Preferred

Master's degree preferred

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.

Company

Lonza

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Lonza Group supplies products and services to pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries.
dateFounded in 1897
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Basel, Basel-Stadt, CHE
people-size10001+ employees
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http://www.lonza.com

H1B Sponsorship

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2021 (3)
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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$444.8M
2023-11-06Post Ipo Debt· $444.8M
2020-12-07IPO

Leadership Team

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Wolfgang Wienand
Chief Executive Officer
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Alfons Ehinger
Founder

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