Associate Director - Engineering (Automation)

Lilly is currently constructing an advanced manufacturing facility for production of API molecules located in Houston, TX. This facility is intended to provide APIs for current and future products, including new modalities. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of the site technical team for the startup of a greenfield manufacturing site, and the successful candidate will help to build the organization, the facility and the culture to enable a successful startup into GMP manufacturing operations. Responsibilities Pre-Startup and Startup Phase Attract, hire, and onboard top talent to the Process Control Engineering team, establishing the right attitude, curiosity, and learning agility to deliver on the site mission. Build the organization with the necessary capability, capacity, and culture to operate this facility to the highest standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence. Develop and implement the business systems and processes needed to run the site, leveraging existing Lilly knowledge where necessary, but also incorporating external experience. Establish lean practices and a continuous improvement mindset throughout operations and the direct supporting organizations. Support the project team to deliver the facility by providing feedback and support on design decisions, commissioning & qualification strategies, and automation-related deliverables. Collaborate with the project team to ensure the right decisions are made to meet project deliverables and longer-term strategic goals for the site. Organize and implement strategy for creating standard automation and process control operating procedures (SOPs) for startup and post-startup phases. Plan and manage business operational expenses, capital, and headcount targets. Post-Startup Supervise and coach process control team, including completing performance reviews and development plans. Staffing, including recruiting, resource planning, and succession planning. Process control work coordination. Review and monitor financial performance; commit to meeting targets. Develop and implement the Process Control Engineering Business Plan. Demonstrate a commitment to environmental, health, and safety (including PSM). Identify, track, and report key indicators of functional performance. Ensure team is operating in a state of compliance. In coordination with automation and compliance consultants, set and reinforce standards for appropriate rigor in automation work products. Assure focus by engineers and completion of critical assignments with appropriate monitoring and reporting. Review and approve automation-related deviations and change controls. Review and approve automation and process control standard operating procedures (SOPs). Ensure technical review and approval for documents, including investigations, change controls, regulatory submissions, validations, procedures, and control strategies. Interact with regulators, customers, or other outside stakeholders on business issues or in support of internal and external agency audits. Network globally to share best practices, rationale, and control strategies to ensure harmonization and alignment between sites. Be a fully active member of the flow leadership in running the plant, including participating on management sub-teams. Develop future management and technical expert leadership for the site. Basic Qualifications Minimum B.S. in Engineering (preferably Chemical Engineering) 5+ years of experience in Process Control and Automation Engineering, preferably in API manufacturing. 3+ years of related leadership experience. Additional Skills/Preferences Experience with automation platforms including Rockwell Automation and Emerson DeltaV. Ability to instill teamwork within the department and demonstrate key interpersonal skills. Ability to ensure appropriate technical depth and rigor with departmental technical deliverables. Successful application of organizational models through recruiting and retention of employees. Ability to make decisions independently and to network with others as appropriate. Ability to function in a team environment as a leader and as a member of management teams. State licensure as a Professional Engineer is not required but is encouraged. Compensation Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $123,000 - $180,400. Benefits Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefit program that includes a company-sponsored 401(k), pension, vacation, medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits, flexible benefits such as healthcare and dependent day‑care accounts, life and death insurance, leave benefits, and well‑being benefits including an employee assistance program and fitness resources. EEO Statement 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. Accommodation Request Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position, please complete the accommodation request form #J-18808-Ljbffr Eli Lilly and Company