Process Automation Engineer

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.

Eli Lilly Italia is looking for a Process Automation Engineer who shares our passion for improving lives around the world.

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliable operation and qualified state of equipment and business processes within your area of support. You will guarantee that systems are in control, compliant, and capable of meeting customer needs, while continuously driving process and performance improvements.

As an equipment subject matter expert, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to help the business achieve its safety, quality, and productivity goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the validated state of site control systems in compliance with Lilly quality standards, including the development and execution of validation strategies and related documentation.
• Serve as lead investigator and executor for automation-related activities.
• Provide daily operational support for site control systems, including troubleshooting, system modifications (in line with change control procedures), event response, and routine system maintenance.
• Implement and support electronic systems (e.g., plant historians) to capture and analyze process automation data.
• Design, specify, and code control systems, primarily focusing on the site’s Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
• Perform functional testing of automation systems to ensure performance and reliability.
• Manage automation projects from concept to implementation.
• Provide automation expertise for capital projects, including new product introductions, system upgrades, and facility expansions.
• Collaborate effectively to meet production plans and objectives.
• Interface with external partners and vendors as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree (M.S.) in Automation, Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Fluent in both spoken and written English.

Additional Skills & Attributes

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and self-management abilities.
• Solid knowledge of Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) programming.
• Demonstrated technical curiosity, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for continuous improvement.
• Prior experience in process automation engineering, preferably within a manufacturing environment.

What We Offer

Step into a role where your expertise is recognized, appreciated, and rewarded. As a member of our team, you can expect :

Competitive Salary : We offer a competitive base salary supplemented by an annual variable component based on achieving objectives.

Comprehensive Benefits : Enjoy a well-rounded welfare package, including an extensive insurance plan.

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 for further assistance.

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.

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