Electrical Design Engineer 2

Drive the electrical infrastructure and drive technology behind next-generation biotech manufacturing in our state-of-the-art Visp facility. As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will deliver hands-on design, optimization, and lifecycle troubleshooting for critical process manufacturing systems.

This is a fully site-based role. Working together in person supports close, real-time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.

Start date: As soon as possible

Contract Duration: 12 months

Location: Visp, Switzerland

Hours: 41 hours per week

• Deliver direct impact on site modernization by leading electrical engineering concepts, technical specifications, and detailed designs for major CAPEX projects.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary project teams, operations, maintenance, and automation specialists in Visp.
• Execute hands-on engineering, troubleshooting, and asset lifecycle management for low-voltage systems, switchgear, UPS, and drive technology.
• Specify and implement variable frequency drives (VFDs), frequency converters, electrical heating, and pipe trace heating systems.
• Manage full lifecycle execution from initial feasibility studies through detailed engineering, on-site commissioning, and final handover.
• Mentor project interfaces on electrical safety best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify and implement energy optimization measures to enhance plant sustainability and operational reliability.

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on industrial electrical engineering experience within process manufacturing, chemicals, pharma, or heavy industry.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSc/MSc/HF) or qualification as a Federally Certified Electrical Installer, Master Electrician, or Electrical Project Manager (FA).
• Strong technical expertise in low-voltage power distribution, switchgear, VFDs/frequency converters, UPS systems, and trace heating.
• Demonstrated experience managing CAPEX projects through design, field troubleshooting, and commissioning.
• In-depth understanding of Swiss regulatory frameworks and safety standards, specifically NIN, ATEX, and VKF fire protection regulations.
• Native or professional fluency in German combined with working proficiency in English.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills with a collaborative, safety-first mindset.

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Competitive hourly rate / compensation package.
• Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge.

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Lonza values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment.