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Houston, Texas, United States
Onsite
Facilities and Engineering Technician
Houston, Texas
The actual location of this job is in Houston, Texas, United States. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.
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.
What you will get:
An agile career and dynamic working culture.
An inclusive and ethical workplace.
Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.
The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.
What you will do:
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production, utility, laboratory, and building systems (e.g., HVAC, electrical panels, water systems).
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment issues and implement timely solutions.
Maintain accurate records of work performed, equipment status, and parts used in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Interpret blueprints, schematics, P&IDs, and equipment manuals for diagnostics and repairs.
Support ongoing GMP compliance by adhering to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Participate in audits, equipment upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to coordinate maintenance projects or equipment installations.
Ensure safe work practices at all times, including use of PPE and adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space entry, and electrical safety procedures.
Revises, maintains and/or implements preventive maintenance procedures for the chillers, air handler units, refrigeration equipment, cooling towers, electric generators, autoclaves and other manufacturing and laboratory equipment as required.
Perform task in clean room environment in compliance with applicable gowning procedures.
What we are looking for:
High school diploma or GED required
Associate’s degree or technical certification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Technology preferred
2+ years of experience in industrial, facilities, or manufacturing maintenance (mechanical, electrical, or multi-skilled)
Experience working in a GMP-regulated or cleanroom environment
Ability to work a rotating night shift position (6pm to 6am)
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic instruments
Familiarity with CMMS (e.g., SAP)
Knowledge of PLCs, instrumentation, or HVAC systems is a plus
Willingness to work on a shift schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call as needed
About Lonza
At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.
Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.
Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.