Automation Engineer – PLC, HMI & Vision for Pharma

100 Eli Lilly and Company

Indianapolis (IN)

On-site

USD 68,000 - 174,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Pension

Vacation benefits

Health benefits (medical, dental, vis)

Flexible benefits

Life Insurance

Time off

Well-being

Job summary

The Automation Engineer at Eli Lilly and Company in Indianapolis drives electrical system design and software development for automated manufacturing equipment within the Equipment Development Group. You will specify components, develop PLC/HMI programs, and apply machine vision to support global manufacturing initiatives.

The role collaborates with engineering, quality, and operations, delivering validation and safety documentation while mentoring EDG staff.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science.
3+ years’ experience in automation machine control or equivalent.
Authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.
Lilly will not sponsor work authorization or visas for this role.

Responsibilities

Provide electrical system design and architecture for automated manufacturing equipment.
Perform electrical design, software design and debugging using Allen‑Bradley PLC RS Logix, FactoryTalk View and Microsoft development environments.
Create validation and safety documentation, including FAT and machine safety reports.
Provide automation leadership on capital projects and partner with system integrators and internal teams.
Develop understanding of Lilly’s manufacturing processes and monitor automation standards and emerging tech.
Support cross‑functional collaboration and continuous improvement across diverse work environments.