Plant construction engineer

Today, 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 seeking a Small Equipment Specialist to join the Module L Operations Team (2x 4000 L Microbial Fermentation Facility) at our Visp location.
This role is critical for managing all small equipment within Module L.
What you'll do:
Serve as the operational lead for small equipment within Module L.
Take responsibility for the operation of washing machines and autoclaves in Module L.
Manage refrigerators, freezers, and shock freezers within the module.
Plan and oversee activities related to small equipment and washing machines, ensuring timely execution.
Coordinate efforts between CQV (Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation), QA (Quality Assurance), and Operations, and collaborate with project teams to define the qualification and re-qualification requirements for the listed equipment.
Support the integration of new washing machines, autoclave loads, and Solo VPE methods in partnership with project teams.
Handle change control, deviations, and corrective/preventive actions (CR, DR, EAR, CAPA) within the area of responsibility, including conducting required risk assessments.
Lead the development and documentation of temporary Change Requests (t CR) related to the specified units.
Create, update, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) relevant to the assigned responsibilities.
What we're looking for:
Experience in production and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) within the biotechnology sector.
Prior experience with CQV processes is a plus.
Hands-on experience with small equipment is required.
Excellent proficiency in English; good German skills are advantageous.
Strong organizational and planning skills.
Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.
Inclusion, Diversity & Belonging (IDB) Inclusion is one of Lonza's four core values, alongside integrity, innovation and initiative! We understand the value of our differences and the benefits they bring to our company, community and culture.
We also recognize the value of every person's contribution, regardless of characteristics, preferences and beliefs - including race, color, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and religion.
Every day, Lonza's products and services have a positive impact on millions of people.
For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility.
How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves.
At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment.
Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.
People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences.
In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world.
The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.