Engineer - Automation

Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

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 around the world 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. Company Overview: Engineer – Automation is responsible for establishing and maintaining the reliable operation and qualified state of the equipment/automation platforms in the area that he/she supports. The Automation Engineer engages with the cross-functional support team as an equipment/automation subject matter expert to ensure the business meets defined safety, quality, and productivity goals. The engineer also ensures that equipment/automation platforms are in-control, compliant, and capable of meeting customer needs, while delivering on projects associated with regulatory compliance, commercialization and continuous improvement efforts. This Engineer - Automation role will support the Indy Parenteral Prefilled Syringe Line. Key Objectives/Deliverables: Ensure a safe working environment by following safety rules and helping improve the safety culture. Take overall responsibility for the safe design and safe operation of the equipment within the area. Function as automation subject matter expert of platforms of responsible equipment/system. Follow established businesses processes and GMP procedures to deliver projects associated with regulatory compliance, commercialization and continuous improvement efforts. Manage multiple projects with varying levels of complexity and business drivers. Establish & monitor/trend control systems as tool for verifying and optimizing equipment performance. Communicate effectively with others, especially process team members, operations, engineering tech, and crafts personnel. Perform impact assessments of varying levels of changes to responsible equipment/systems. Advise and coach other engineers and cross-functional teams, particularly in engineering best practices and automation-related topics. Evaluate activities for impact to qualified state of equipment. Responsible for system/component classification and maintenance strategy for equipment. Implement corrections, corrective actions, and countermeasures arising from Regulatory audits and/or CAPA plans. Lead or participate in IQ/OQ/PQ activities (including commissioning activities of new equipment or areas). Understand equipment reliability issues with the objective of improvement. Coordinate with site/corporate asset management personnel to replicate improvements and assure alignment of maintenance and other equipment activities. Identify and drive improvement opportunities associated with equipment within the area. Lead troubleshooting efforts to resolve more difficult equipment and operational problems. Utilize formal problem-solving techniques , including Root Cause Analysis, to resolve equipment issues. Engage with original equipment manufacturers and other service vendors to build knowledge base and deliver on projects and troubleshooting efforts. Basic Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. Additional Preferences: Demonstrated ability to work in a safe manner to ensure the safety of self and others. Knowledge and experience of GMP manufacturing environment. Experience with designing, developing, qualifying and troubleshooting automated machines. Demonstrated competency with automation/controls platforms such as Rockwell and Allen Bradley. Adequate interpersonal and communications skills to be able to work effectively in a cross-functional, collaborative, team-based environment. Demonstrated ability to work independently with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to adapt to changing priorities. Project Management experience. Previous experience in Pharmaceutical Industry (manufacturing) or other highly regulated industry. Knowledge and experience with data flow management and IT Infrastructures. Strong equipment/process troubleshooting skills. Experience as qualified electrical worker. Other Information: 8-hour dayshift. Must be willing to work extended hours during peak periods. Must be willing to respond to off-hour emergencies, when necessary. Occasional travel may be required for training, conferences, capital projects, etc. Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form ( https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation ) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response. 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. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups. 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 equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; 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 in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees. WeAreLilly

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