Intern – Mechanical Engineering Biotech Maintenance

450 Eli Lilly Kinsale Limited; Kinsale; On-site; EUR 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Vacation benefits

Healthcare benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

450 Eli Lilly Kinsale Limited is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our Biotech Maintenance team. This internship offers hands-on experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting, supporting the maintenance and reliability of biotech equipment and systems.

You will assist engineers in troubleshooting, participate in preventive maintenance development, root-cause analyses, calibration, and data-driven improvements, while adhering to GMP and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, machine design).
• CAD software experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in troubleshooting mechanical issues.
• Support preventive maintenance programs and procedures.
• Participate in root cause analysis investigations and corrective actions.
• Assist in calibration and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems.
• Contribute to equipment performance optimization through data analysis.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us.

Job Summary

Eli Lilly and Company is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our Biotech Maintenance team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, supporting the maintenance and reliability of critical biotech equipment and systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers and technicians in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving mechanical issues on biotech manufacturing equipment.
• Support the development and implementation of preventive maintenance programs and procedures.
• Participate in root cause analysis investigations for equipment failures and contribute to corrective action plans.
• Assist in the calibration and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems.
• Contribute to the optimization of equipment performance and reliability through data analysis and process improvements.
• Support the documentation of maintenance activities, equipment histories, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, and engineering to ensure seamless operations.
• Adhere to all safety regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and company policies.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Strong fundamental understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and machine design.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting, particularly in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, is advantageous but not required.

Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions.

Lilly does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, 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 € - € Full-time equivalent employees may also be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance).

• eligibility to participate in a pension plan
• vacation benefits
• eligibility for healthcare benefits
• flexible benefits (if applicable) life insurance and death benefits
• certain time off and leave of absence benefits
• 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.

#WeAreLillyUKandIreland At Lilly we strive to ensure our employees are part of a team that cares about them and our shared purpose of making life better for those around the world. How do we do this? We continue to look for ways to include, innovate, accelerate and deliver while maintaining integrity, excellence and respect for people. We hope that you seek to join us on our journey as we create medicine and deliver improved outcomes for patients across the globe! #WeAreLilly