Lonza America Inc

OT Engineer

Lonza America Inc$95K — $115K *
Tampa, FL 33647In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in OT, automation, or manufacturing systems.
  • Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or GMP-regulated environments is preferred.
  • Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial automation is essential.
  • Familiarity with Computer System Validation (CSV) and 21 CFR Part 11 regulations.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

  • Support and maintain OT systems such as PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA.
  • Ensure compliance and security of OT systems in a regulated environment.
  • Maintain technical documentation, system architecture, and inventories.
  • Manage backup and recovery processes including disaster recovery tests.
  • Lead OT projects related to equipment installation and automation improvements.
  • Collaborate with various teams to troubleshoot system issues effectively.
  • Support initiatives for cybersecurity and operational performance enhancement.

Benefits

  • Performance-related bonus.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) matching plan.
  • Life insurance along with short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • Employee assistance programs.
  • Paid time off (PTO).
  • Retirement options available.
Full Job Description

OT EngineerTampa, FL

Join our Tampa manufacturing site as an OT Systems Engineer where you will support critical automation and operational technology systems that help deliver high-quality pharmaceutical products. This role offers the opportunity to work across manufacturing, laboratory, and utility environments while driving reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement.

What you will get:
  • Performance-related bonus.
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) matching plan.
  • Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Employee assistance programs.
  • Paid time off (PTO).
  • Retirement options, where applicable.
 What you will do
  • Support and maintain OT systems, including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, BAS/BMS, LIMS, LMS, and data historian platforms.
  • Ensure OT systems remain reliable, secure, and compliant within a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
  • Maintain system architecture, asset inventories, configuration records, and technical documentation.
  • Manage validated backup and recovery processes, including restoration testing and disaster recovery activities.
  • Lead OT activities for equipment installations, upgrades, commissioning, and automation improvement projects.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and IT teams to troubleshoot and resolve system issues.
  • Support cybersecurity, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational performance and data integrity.

What we are looking for
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting OT, automation, or manufacturing systems.
  • Experience working within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other GMP-regulated environments preferred.
  • Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, industrial automation, and system integration principles.
  • Familiarity with Computer System Validation (CSV), GAMP 5, and 21 CFR Part 11 requirements.
  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.

About Lonza America Inc

Lonza America Inc is a subsidiary of Lonza Group, a Swiss multinational company that provides products and services to the pharmaceutical, biotech, and specialty ingredients markets. Lonza America Inc is responsible for the North American market and offers a range of products and services, including custom manufacturing, research and development, and quality control testing. The company has a strong focus on sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. Lonza America Inc was founded in 1897 and has since grown to become a leading provider of products and services in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.
Learn more about Lonza America Inc
Size
16,218 employees
Industry
NASDAQ

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