Intern - Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability Engineer

450 Eli Lilly Kinsale Limited; Kinsale; On-site; EUR 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Lilly is seeking an enthusiastic intern to join the Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability Engineering team. This internship offers hands-on experience in a dynamic pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, contributing to the optimization of mechanical systems and ensuring reliable operation.

You will develop preventive and predictive maintenance programs, support FMEA/RCA projects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve asset performance.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong academic record.
• Familiarity with maintenance concepts and reliability engineering principles (advantageous).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs for mechanical equipment.
• Support reliability analysis projects (FMEA, RCA).
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and propose solutions.
• Identify and evaluate spare parts requirements and inventory.
• Review and update engineering documentation (schematics, P&IDs, maintenance procedures).
• Collaborate with operations, quality, and engineering to improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Conduct data analysis to identify trends and predict failures for proactive maintenance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in maintenance practices and asset management.

Skills

Academic excellence

Mechanical engineering principles

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Independent work

Internship experience

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

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 an enthusiastic and driven Intern to join our Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability Engineering team. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a dynamic pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, contributing to the optimization of mechanical systems and ensuring their reliable operation.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of preventive and predictive maintenance programs for mechanical equipment.
• Support reliability analysis projects, including failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) and root cause analysis (RCA).
• Participate in troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical equipment issues, proposing and implementing solutions.
• Contribute to the identification and evaluation of spare parts requirements and inventory optimization.
• Assist in the review and update of engineering documentation, including schematics, P&IDs, and maintenance procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, quality, and engineering, to improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Conduct data analysis to identify trends, predict potential failures, and recommend proactive maintenance strategies.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to maintenance practices and asset management.
• Adhere to all safety, quality, and compliance regulations.

Job Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong academic record.
• Demonstrated understanding of fundamental mechanical engineering principles.
• Familiarity with maintenance concepts and reliability engineering principles (e.g., TPM, RCM, FMEA) is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to learning.
• Prior internship or project experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting is advantageous.

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 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). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including 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; 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.

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