Systems Development Engineer IILocation: On-site, Portsmouth, NH. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.
The Systems Engineer will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of our critical IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and reliability across our network and server environments.
What you will get:- An agile career and dynamic working culture.
- An inclusive and ethical workplace.
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- 401(k) matching plan.
- Competitive compensation programs that reward high performance.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Access to our full list of global benefits: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits
What you will do: - Administer, monitor, and maintain manufacturing execution systems using Emerson Syncade (or equivalent such as Lonza MODA-ES and Rockwell Pharma Suite) including application servers, web servers, system interfaces, and other integration points.
- Support batch record execution, electronic work instructions, and material tracking performance within the MES environments.
- Coordinate MES patching, upgrades, and system validation testing in accordance with change control procedures.
- Serve as primary technical point of contact for MES-related system incidents, working closely with production, automation engineering teams, and quality to minimize downtime.
- Support connectivity between MES, DCS, analytical systems, and PLC platforms (Rockwell/Allen, Siemens) via Kepware, OPC Router, or similar middleware.
- Troubleshoot MES and historian data flow, perform ad-hoc queries, join on-call 24/7 rotations, and work with other teams and external vendors.
- Maintain IT and regulatory standards, and write documentation for system setups and processes.
What we are looking for: - Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, a related field, or equivalent practical experience with minimum of 3-5 years of experience in systems administration or network engineering.
- 3+ years of experience administering Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and SQL Server.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Windows Server administration, application troubleshooting, including hands-on experience with Active Directory and related Windows services and an understanding of virtualization technologies such as VMware or HyperV.
- Administering MES platforms like Emerson Syncade and using PowerShell or Visual Basic for scripting.
- Managing tools like Kepware, FactoryTalk, OPC Router, data historians, and DCOM/OPC setups.
- Working within the strict rules of a validated manufacturing environment.
- Strong teamwork, communication, and relevant industry certifications.
