Automation Engineer – GMP Manufacturing & PLC Systems

Lilly

Indianapolis (IN)

On-site

USD 68,000 - 174,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

Lilly, headquartered in Indianapolis, IN, seeks an experienced Automation Engineer to design and oversee electrical systems for automated manufacturing equipment. You will work with Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMI platforms, machine vision, and safety documentation, leading capital projects and collaborating across engineering, quality, and operations.

Responsibilities include designing, validating, and deploying automation solutions, ensuring compliance with GMP standards, and mentoring junior staff as

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science.
  • Experience with automation machine control and process control.
  • Proficiency in Allen-Bradley PLC/HMI platforms and machine vision applications.
  • Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

  • Provide electrical system design and architecture for automated manufacturing equipment.
  • Perform electrical design, software design, coding, and debugging using AB PLC RS Logix, FactoryTalk View, and MS development tools.
  • Create validation and safety documentation including FAT and machine safety reports.
  • Provide automation leadership on capital projects, partnering with system integrators and internal teams.
  • Develop understanding of Lilly's manufacturing processes, monitor external standards, and mentor EDG staff.
  • Champion safe, compliant operations and promote continuous improvement across environments.

Skills

Allen-Bradley PLC/HMI
Machine vision
VB/VB.NET/C++
System integration leadership
Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in engineering or related science

Tools

Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley)
Siemens (TIA Portal)
Emerson DeltaV

Job description

Lilly, headquartered in Indianapolis, IN, seeks an experienced Automation Engineer to design and oversee electrical systems for automated manufacturing equipment. You will work with Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMI platforms, machine vision, and safety documentation, leading capital projects and collaborating across engineering, quality, and operations.

Responsibilities include designing, validating, and deploying automation solutions, ensuring compliance with GMP standards, and mentoring junior staff as

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