Automation Technician

Job Title:  Automation Technician

Location: Rewari, India

We are seeking an Automation Technician to support, maintain, and continuously improve the plant’s electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems that power capsule manufacturing operations. In this hands‑on role, you will troubleshoot equipment issues, ensure reliability of automated systems, and collaborate with production, mechanical, and quality teams to keep manufacturing lines running safely, efficiently, and compliantly.

Working at the intersection of machinery, automation, and process control, you will help strengthen equipment performance and contribute to digital and operational excellence within the site

What you will get:

• A role with direct impact on production uptime, product quality, and plant reliability.

• Hands‑on exposure to automation technologies including PLCs, HMIs, field instrumentation, sensors, and VFD systems.

• Opportunities to collaborate cross‑functionally with Production, Engineering, GMR, and Printing teams to resolve issues quickly and implement improvements.

• Experience working with modern industrial automation, preventive maintenance systems, and instrumentation calibration practices.

• A dynamic, learning‑focused environment where continuous improvement and safety are top priorities.

What you will do:

• Troubleshoot electrical, electronic, and instrumentation issues across capsule manufacturing equipment.

• Inspect, test, and calibrate process instruments such as fieldbus devices, flowmeters, sensors, solenoids, and pressure transmitters.

• Maintain, repair, and support automated instrumentation systems across the plant.

• Work closely with mechanical and electrical technicians to diagnose and resolve equipment‑related problems.

• Maintain accurate documentation including electrical schematics, control panel layouts, calibration records, and maintenance procedures.

• Support shift operations by providing timely response and resolution for equipment breakdowns and alarms.

• Ensure adherence to safety protocols including LOTO, equipment isolation, and safe work practices.

What we are looking for:

• Strong hands‑on of 3-5 years of experience troubleshooting ability in automation, instrumentation, and electrical control systems.

• Experience with wiring, communication, and operation of:

• Siemens HMI

• PLC I/O systems (24V DC, source/sink, Profinet/Profibus/Ethernet)

• Siemens & ABB VFDs

• Field devices (sensors, meters, converters, relays, heaters, push buttons)

• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams, single-line drawings, and control panel schematics.

• Experience working in industrial environments such as Pharma, Automobile, or Textile manufacturing.

• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively with multi‑disciplinary teams.

• Good documentation, reporting, and maintenance record‑keeping skills.

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.