Today, Lonza is one of the world’s largest healthcare manufacturing organizations 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.The site in Visp, Switzerland is growing and for our Biologics organization, we are seeking experienced Bioprocess Engineers with significant work experience in Downstream Processing (DSP) Manufacturing and a passion for Biotechnology to join our Lonza talent community. Join this great opportunity and apply now for the position as Principal Bioprocess Engineer DSP.Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.Join our Bioatrium team in Visp now !Key responsibilities: Oversees, plans and supports execution of manufacturing campaigns in the area of microbial fermentation Responsible for preparing and completing SHE, EM, operation, and cleaning risk analysis for the assigned products and implementing and controlling defined measures. Responsible to establish timely and with high quality the required production documentation (preparation and review of electronic batch records) specific to the assigned production area. Conduct manufacturing activities in accordance with cGMP guidelines, ensuring batch execution, evaluating test results, addressing issues, fix manufacturing equipment, and provide recommendations for resolution. Reviews production documentation and works on deviations, change requests and implementation of CAPAs to ensure high-quality GMP standards. Working as production expert in Capital investment projects for building and commissioning of the manufacturing units. Responsible for delivering all input required for the specific set-up, commissioning and qualification of the manufacturing suites and equipment including automation. Prepares, changes and reviews DeltaV/MES recipes for equipment and facility parts. Coordinates and supports Engineering and workshops for campaign preparation and change-over activities in the facility. Completes innovation and improvement projects involving general manufacturing aspects for the production plant. Responsible for training of the operators for the manufacturing of the assigned products. Represents own area / unit during customer audits and visits Perform other duties as assigned. Key requirements: Bachelor / Master Degree / PhD or equivalent experience Preferred area of study: Biotechnology, Biochemistry or related fields Good biotechnology expertise and/or knowledge in biotechnical engineering Fluent in English (German is considered a plus) Good GMP understanding Good communication skills and interaction with all kinds of interfaces within the organization; strong team orientationOrganized, focused, and open-minded when approaching work tasks; motivated and driven tosucceed.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.