Bioprocess Engineer DSP

Lonza is seeking a Bioprocess Engineer DSP to join its Visp, Switzerland site. The position is fully on‑site, enabling close, real‑time teamwork that supports the precise manufacture of medicines at the highest quality and safety levels. The role concentrates on downstream processing within commercial and clinical production campaigns, acting as the technical authority for the assigned products. Day‑to‑day duties involve leading DSP manufacturing runs, ensuring execution, monitoring, troubleshooting and proper documentation in line with cGMP and regulatory expectations. The engineer serves as the functional lead for the products, coordinating cross‑functional teams and maintaining expertise on processes, equipment and facilities. Responsibilities also cover risk management activities such as safety, environmental, operational and cleaning assessments, as well as supporting investigations, deviations, CAPAs and change controls. Maintaining GMP documents like SOPs, manufacturing instructions and risk assessments, and training production staff are also key parts of the job. The candidate must possess strong expertise in biopharmaceutical manufacturing, particularly downstream processing, and be able to resolve technical and process issues. A solid grasp of cGMP rules and pharmaceutical regulatory standards is required, together with experience handling quality‑system activities such as risk assessments, deviations, CAPAs and validation. Proven analytical thinking to pinpoint root causes and apply corrective measures is essential. Effective communication and stakeholder management skills are needed to collaborate across functions and hierarchy levels. The role also calls for demonstrated project leadership and coordination within complex, regulated production settings. The position offers relocation support for eligible candidates and families, and is situated in Visp with access to local benefits. Lonza promotes an agile career path, a dynamic and inclusive culture, and compensation that rewards high performance. Employees benefit from a broad range of lifestyle, family and leisure programs tailored to the site. The company values diversity, collaboration and integrity, and encourages contributions that can improve millions of lives. Candidates who enjoy continuous improvement, capital‑project involvement and technology transfer will find the environment stimulating. What the role asks for: - Bachelor's or Master's in Biotechnology, Biochemical, Chemical, Life Sciences - Experience in biopharma manufacturing, especially downstream processing - Knowledge of cGMP regulations and pharmaceutical standards - Background in quality‑system management, risk assessment, CAPA - Proven problem‑solving ability with corrective‑action implementation - Strong communication and stakeholder‑management capabilities - Project leadership experience in regulated manufacturing environments - Nice‑to‑have: experience with capital projects and equipment qualification