Automation Engineer - Utilities

Eli Lilly and Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 64,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Eli Lilly and Company is seeking an Automation Engineer - Utilities to design and support automation systems for a GMP drug substance manufacturing facility. This role involves implementing strategies for utilities equipment integration, troubleshooting operational systems, and providing technical training. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field and have at least 5 years of experience in automation or process control. Join our team to contribute to making life better for patients worldwide.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit program including medical, dental, and vision

401(k) and pension options

Flexible spending accounts

Vacation benefits

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in automation or process control.
• Demonstrated expertise in two or more automation platforms.
• Knowledge of GMP’s and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Utilities Automatic tools for managing operations.
• Support and implement automation strategies for utilities equipment integration.
• Provide technical coaching to Site Engineers and Technicians as needed.

Skills

Problem-solving

Automation strategies

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related science field

Tools

DeltaV

Rockwell Automation Systems

Job description

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Automation Engineer - Utilities

Apply locations US, Indianapolis IN US, Lebanon IN time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R-75412

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.

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.

Lilly recently announced a $4.5 billion investment to create the Lilly Medicine Foundry, a new center for advanced manufacturing and drug development. The first-ever facility of its kind, combining research and manufacturing in a single location, the Medicine Foundry will allow Lilly to further develop innovative solutions to optimize manufacturing processes and increase capacity for clinical trial medicines, while also reducing costs and environmental impact. This role will initially be in support of the design and delivery phase of the project as a part of the Global Process Automation & Control Engineering (GPACE) team. As the site nears completion and start-up activities begin, this role will transition into a Lebanon Site role for long term operational support.

GPACE is part of Lilly’s Corporate Engineering Tech Center (ETC), and provides automation, measurement, and process control solutions. GPACE is a technical resource for training, standards, capital project delivery, and Lilly’s standard automation platforms. GPACE’s primary customers are global manufacturing and development sites, Corporate IT, and peer groups such as Global Facilities Delivery (GFD).

Responsibilities:

As the Automation Engineer - Utilities you will be designing, delivering and supporting the utilities and clean utilities necessary for a GMP drug substance manufacturing facility, including:

• Design and implement Utilities Automatic tools (Monitoring, Reporting) to assist with the management of utilities operations.

• Enable, support, and implement automation strategies for the integrations of utilities equipment (Chillers, Cooling Towers, Air Compressors, Purified Water Generation, Waste Management, Solvent Recovery, etc) with the site main monitoring, management systems (DeltaV, PI).

• Support day to day Utilities Automated Systems operations during systems failures, equipment troubleshooting and event managements.

• Provides feedback and/or implement solutions focusing on improve utilities systems performance.

• Provide technical coaching and consultation to other Site Engineers, Technician and Operation supporters as needed.

• Support Projects and new equipment/technologies integrations to that might impact utilities infrastructure and capabilities.

• Keep current on external trends and practices to evaluate technology for application within Lilly.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related science field
• Minimum 5 years experience in automation or process control

Additional Preferences:

• Demonstrated ability to work safely.

• Demonstrated expertise in two or more automation platforms (PLC, DCS, DDC, PAT), preferably Delta-V and Rockwell Automation Systems.

• Significant experience and strong problem-solving skills in measurements, control (process and/or manufacturing), control systems, integration, and data.

• Specific working experience with the following:

· Solvent Recovery (Azeotrope pressure swing distillation)

· Cryo-Condenser

· Building Management Systems (HVAC, Chill Water, Power, Security)

· Wastewater Management

· Purified water generation and distribution

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

• Ability to work in teams to deliver and achieve project and sites objectives.

• Knowledge of GMP’s and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

• Knowledge in Microsoft Operating Systems.

Other Information:

• Initial location at Lilly Technology Center, Indianapolis.
• Permanent location at the new Lilly Medicines Foundry in Lebanon, Indiana.

Eli Lilly and Company, Lilly USA, LLC and our wholly owned subsidiaries (collectively “Lilly”) are committed to help individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at Lilly, please email Lilly Human Resources ( [e-mail] ) for further assistance. Please note This email address is intended for use only to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

Lilly is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and 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.

Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and help our company develop talented individuals for future leadership roles. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, African American Network, Chinese Culture Network, Early Career Professionals, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinos at Lilly, PRIDE (LGBTQ + Allies), Veterans Leadership Network, Women’s Network, Working and Living with Disabilities. Learn more about all of our groups.

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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 is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups.

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is

$64,500 - $143,000

Full-time equivalent employees also will 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 company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); 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.

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