Lead Engineer, MSAT (Cell & Gene Therapy)

About the Role

We are seeking a Lead Engineer specializing in MSAT (Manufacturing Science and Technology) for Cell & Gene Therapy to join our team at Lonza's Singapore site in Tuas. This role is essential in driving technology transfers and manufacturing excellence within a GMP/ATMP environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate the transfer of customer manufacturing processes into Lonza Bioscience Singapore, ensuring seamless integration.
• Collaborate closely with multifunctional teams including Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Validation, Supply Chain, and Project Management to enable successful pilot, clinical, and commercial manufacturing runs.
• Design and implement scale-down experiments and process fit assessments to support technology transfer and scale-up activities.
• Provide technical supervision on the manufacturing floor during GMP operations, troubleshoot process deviations, and spearhead investigations.
• Continuously monitor process performance to maintain consistency across production runs and identify opportunities for improvements.
• Author, review, and maintain process documentation such as protocols, reports, and change controls.
• Support factory start-up initiatives as well as regulatory inspections and audits.

Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrated expertise in cell and gene therapy, aseptic manufacturing, and GMP/ATMP standards.
• Practical hands-on experience with adherent human cell culture processes.
• Experience managing deviations, change control procedures, and CAPA systems, preferably using TrackWise software.
• Strong competency in data analysis leveraging Excel and statistical tools.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma methodologies, and structured problem-solving techniques.
• Effective communication skills, proactive attitude, and the ability to excel in dynamic, cross-functional teams.

Employee Benefits and Perks

• Dynamic and agile career development within an innovative company culture.
• An ethical and inclusive workplace encouraging diversity.
• Competitive compensation programs rewarding high performance.
• Convenient daily company shuttle service from MRT stations near your residence to the Tuas facility.
• Fully-paid medical insurance coverage, plus options to enroll family members at reduced premium rates.

About Lonza

Lonza is a global leader in life sciences with over 30 facilities across five continents. Our mission is to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow by fostering collaboration, accountability, excellence, passion, and integrity within a diverse and inclusive workforce. We invite you to contribute your ideas and help shape the future of healthcare therapies.