BMS Automation Lead for GMP Manufacturing

BioSpace

Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 68,000 - 174,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

Lilly is building a next-generation biotech drug substance manufacturing facility in Richmond, VA. The Principal Automation Engineer – Building Management Systems will support design and delivery of BMS platforms, collaborating with engineering teams, A&E firms, and system integrators to ensure safe, quality, and productive operations.

Start-up is planned for 2029–2030 with growth into a GMP site. The role emphasizes engineering design, testing, startup, commissioning, and qualification, with

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline.
  • 3+ years in Building Management or Building Automation Systems.
  • Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

  • Design and deliver site Building Management Systems and related integrations.
  • Collaborate with A&E firms, system integrators, and IT to develop software/hardware design, testing, and commissioning.
  • Provide technical oversight for BMS design reviews and site procedures.
  • Develop BMS capabilities within the Richmond site automation team.
  • Support AF&IDs, P&IDs, instrument specs, and testing strategies for BMS platforms.
  • Plan staffing, SOWs, supplier management, and delivery strategies for automation systems.

Skills

Building Automation Systems
Process Automation
Rockwell Automation
JCI Metasys
Siemens Desigo
Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation Platforms
JCI Metasys
Siemens Desigo

Job description

Lilly is building a next-generation biotech drug substance manufacturing facility in Richmond, VA. The Principal Automation Engineer – Building Management Systems will support design and delivery of BMS platforms, collaborating with engineering teams, A&E firms, and system integrators to ensure safe, quality, and productive operations.

Start-up is planned for 2029–2030 with growth into a GMP site. The role emphasizes engineering design, testing, startup, commissioning, and qualification, with

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