Sr. Engineer, Automation Engineering, Controls Hardware - Lilly Medicine Foundry

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees worldwide work to discover and bring life‑changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world. The Senior Engineer – Automation Engineering will work as a member of the Automation Engineering Department at Eli Lilly, Foundry. The engineer will provide automation support for one or more operating areas across the site and/or for capital projects, with a primary focus on Instrumentation and Control Hardware. Process Automation is core to delivering the right first‑time facility start‑up and continued support of ongoing manufacturing operations into the future. The Senior Engineer will collaborate and partner with cross‑functional peers to support successful delivery of robust control systems and instrumentation. In the project delivery and start‑up phase of the project (start‑up expected 2026 to 2028), automation engineering roles will be fluid and dynamic as we endeavor to support the project delivery, build a new organization, develop and implement the necessary systems and business processes required to support GMP operations, and build the site culture. This will require significant collaboration, creativity and resilience as the site grows to a full‑scale GMP manufacturing through start‑up. Key Objectives & Deliverables Experience working with DeltaV Distributed Control System, Batch Process Automation. Experience working with Rockwell Allen Bradley PLC’s, FactoryTalk View. Experience working with DeltaV control panels, DeltaV Remote I/O panels and Rockwell I/O’s. Experience in performing automation engineering activities including design, development and commissioning of Process Automation projects using DeltaV DCS and/or Rockwell Allen Bradley PLC. Experience with tuning and troubleshooting of control loops and field instruments. Hands‑on experience in configuration and troubleshooting of Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s). Thorough understanding of P&ID’s and instrument loop drawings. Understanding various process control communication protocols. Operational Excellence Site operation runtime support, enhance control system reliability and lifecycle management in a GMP regulated environment. Support capital project execution, commissioning and qualification. Demonstrated ability in resolving complex technical challenges with instrument and control system hardware. Work with site area leads and system integrators. Develop and review functional requirements, design specifications and test specifications. Demonstrated experience utilizing master maintenance plans. Familiarity with 21CFR Part 11, GMP processes. Participate in design reviews and site system hardware reviews, attend equipment FATs. Provide periodic status updates to project management. Support electronic systems (such as plant historians) used to capture process automation related production data. Maintain the validated state of the site control system hardware in line with Lilly quality standards, including the development and execution of validation strategies and associated documentation. Good planning and organizational skills, ability to prioritize tasks, commitment to task completion and timelines. Organizational Capability In coordination with automation and compliance consultants, set and reinforce standards for appropriate rigor in automation work products. Engage with cross‑functional peers to strengthen technical capabilities and adopt best practices to enhance system reliability and business continuity. Basic Requirements Minimum B.S. in Engineering and experience in Automation Engineering, preferably in major pharmaceutical manufacturing. 2+ years working experience in biopharma engineering, operations, or manufacturing. Experience working in a highly automated greenfield pharmaceutical facility, using DeltaV DCS, Rockwell Allen Bradley PLC, BMS and warehouse monitoring from design through start‑up. Possess a keen technical curiosity and have demonstrated strong problem‑solving skills and a desire for continuous improvement. Good written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non‑technical audiences. Knowledge of GMP, regulatory requirements, computer system validation. Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role, including but not limited to F‑1 CPT, F‑1 OPT, F‑1 STEM OPT, J‑1, H‑1B, TN, O‑1, E‑3, H‑1B1, or L‑1. Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $64,500 – $167,200. Full‑time employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending in part on company and individual performance). Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program, including eligibility to participate in a company‑sponsored 401(k), pension, vacation benefits, medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits, flexible benefits (e.g., health care and/or dependent day‑care flexible spending accounts), life and death insurance, certain time‑off and leave of absence benefits, and well‑being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs at its sole discretion. Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply to the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr BioSpace