Lonza
Senior Manager, Global Automation Technology Center (m/w/d)
Lonza, Bend, Oregon, United States, 97707
Overview
Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.
We are looking for a driven Senior Manager, Global Automation Technology Center to act as strategic technical leader within the Global Automation & MES organization, responsible for defining, harmonizing, and governing automation standards across the global manufacturing network. The position can be based remote in Switzerland, Spain, UK and US (East coast).
Locations : Spain (Porrino), Switzerland (Basel, Visp), United Kingdom (Slough), United States (Bend OR, Houston TX, Portsmouth NH).
What You’ll Get
An agile career and a dynamic work culture
Opportunities to lead global initiatives and shape automation strategy across Lonza’s manufacturing network
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.
What You’ll Do
Define and develop global automation standards and reference architectures for control systems, SCADA, and data infrastructure
Harmonize site-specific standards and align best practices with global strategies
Establish governance processes for lifecycle, versioning, and compliance of automation standards
Introduce emerging technologies like MTP, OPC UA, Unified Namespace, and edge computing to enhance scalability and interoperability
Explore AI and machine learning applications for predictive operations and anomaly detection
Lead pilot projects and proof-of-concepts to validate new technologies and standards
Create technical documentation, playbooks, and training programs to support global teams
Partner with site teams to assess current architectures and align with future-state standards
Collaborate with Engineering, IT, Quality, and Operations to ensure compliance and performance
Provide expert consulting during system design, vendor selection, and deployment
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, Bioengineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Relevant experience in industrial automation within regulated manufacturing environments
Expertise in control systems such as Emerson DeltaV, Siemens PCS 7, Rockwell, PLCs and SCADA/HMI platforms like Aveva, Ignition, FactoryTalk
Strong understanding of automation infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, and high-availability systems
Experience with data historians (e.g., Aveva PI) and data operations technologies like MQTT and Unified Namespace
Experience leading project teams and reporting to senior leadership
Fluent in English; additional languages are an asset
Willingness to travel globally (approx. 25%)
Everyday, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. We respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically. Inclusion is one of Lonza’s four core values, alongside integrity, innovation, and initiative.
Reference: R71116
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Lonza by 2x
Apply
#J-18808-Ljbffr
We are looking for a driven Senior Manager, Global Automation Technology Center to act as strategic technical leader within the Global Automation & MES organization, responsible for defining, harmonizing, and governing automation standards across the global manufacturing network. The position can be based remote in Switzerland, Spain, UK and US (East coast).
Locations : Spain (Porrino), Switzerland (Basel, Visp), United Kingdom (Slough), United States (Bend OR, Houston TX, Portsmouth NH).
What You’ll Get
An agile career and a dynamic work culture
Opportunities to lead global initiatives and shape automation strategy across Lonza’s manufacturing network
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.
What You’ll Do
Define and develop global automation standards and reference architectures for control systems, SCADA, and data infrastructure
Harmonize site-specific standards and align best practices with global strategies
Establish governance processes for lifecycle, versioning, and compliance of automation standards
Introduce emerging technologies like MTP, OPC UA, Unified Namespace, and edge computing to enhance scalability and interoperability
Explore AI and machine learning applications for predictive operations and anomaly detection
Lead pilot projects and proof-of-concepts to validate new technologies and standards
Create technical documentation, playbooks, and training programs to support global teams
Partner with site teams to assess current architectures and align with future-state standards
Collaborate with Engineering, IT, Quality, and Operations to ensure compliance and performance
Provide expert consulting during system design, vendor selection, and deployment
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, Bioengineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Relevant experience in industrial automation within regulated manufacturing environments
Expertise in control systems such as Emerson DeltaV, Siemens PCS 7, Rockwell, PLCs and SCADA/HMI platforms like Aveva, Ignition, FactoryTalk
Strong understanding of automation infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, and high-availability systems
Experience with data historians (e.g., Aveva PI) and data operations technologies like MQTT and Unified Namespace
Experience leading project teams and reporting to senior leadership
Fluent in English; additional languages are an asset
Willingness to travel globally (approx. 25%)
Everyday, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. We respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically. Inclusion is one of Lonza’s four core values, alongside integrity, innovation, and initiative.
Reference: R71116
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Lonza by 2x
Apply
#J-18808-Ljbffr