Automation Technician: MES & Control Systems

Eli Lilly; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lilly seeks an Automation Technician to support and maintain automation control systems and MES on a 24/7 site in Seattle. The role covers process, CIP, utilities, HVAC and facilities areas, requiring a 12-hour rotating shift with Day/Night coverage.

Qualifications include an Associate or Bachelor’s in Instrumentation, Computer Technology or Electronics, 1–3 years in automation, and experience with DeltaV, PLC, instrumentation, and Syncade MES. L&D and safety compliance are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation, Computer Technology or Electronics.
• 1–3 years of automation experience (project and/or support).
• Experience with DeltaV, PLC and instrumentation is highly recommended.
• Experience with Syncade or other MES system is highly recommended.
• Calibration and instrumentation maintenance experience is recommended.
• Experience in bulk pharmaceutical operations is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and maintenance to automation control systems and MES in 24/7 operations.
• Troubleshoot control system and MES problems, implement solutions and actions.
• Support site facilities startup and qualification activities from automation and MES perspectives.
• Provide automation and MES training to production and utilities personnel.
• Perform system maintenance, corrective work orders and preventive maintenance.
• Collaborate with area and other functions for preventive and corrective work.
• Assist with automation and MES projects, investigations and change controls.

Skills

Automation experience

Troubleshooting

Calibration / instrumentation

Project coordination

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation, Computer Technology or Electronics

Tools

DeltaV

PLC

Syncade MES

Instrumentation maintenance tools

Job description

Lilly seeks an Automation Technician to support and maintain automation control systems and MES on a 24/7 site in Seattle. The role covers process, CIP, utilities, HVAC and facilities areas, requiring a 12-hour rotating shift with Day/Night coverage.

Qualifications include an Associate or Bachelor’s in Instrumentation, Computer Technology or Electronics, 1–3 years in automation, and experience with DeltaV, PLC, instrumentation, and Syncade MES. L&D and safety compliance are emphasized.