Engineer - Process

Eli Lilly and Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 171,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Company bonus based on performance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Eli Lilly and Company is looking for an Engineer – Process to establish and maintain the operation and compliance of equipment in Indianapolis. This role involves troubleshooting, ensuring safety standards, and engaging with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical or Electrical, and at least 1 year of experience in a GMP environment. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of engineering experience in a GMP or highly regulated environment.
• Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe working environment by following safety rules.
• Actively participate in safety-related activities.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts to resolve difficult equipment issues.
• Establish control systems to verify and optimize equipment performance.

Skills

Problem-solving techniques

Communication skills

Technical expertise in equipment and processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Root Cause Analysis

Job description

Organization Overview

The Engineer – Process is responsible for establishing and maintaining the reliable operation and qualified state of the equipment and business processes in the area that they support. The engineer engages with cross‑functional support teams as an equipment/automation subject matter expert to ensure the business meets defined safety, quality, and productivity goals. The engineer also ensures that systems and platforms are in‑control, compliant, and capable of meeting customer needs, while delivering projects associated with regulatory compliance, commercialization, capacity, and continuous improvement efforts.

Core Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe working environment by following safety rules and helping improve safety culture.
• Actively participate in safety‑related activities (audits, JSA’s, hazard reviews, etc.) to drive ongoing safety improvements.
• Responsible for the safe design and safe operation of the equipment within the area.
• Ensure that systems/solutions are in‑control, capable, and compliant throughout the area.
• Demonstrate technical expertise of processes/equipment in area of responsibility, including clear understanding of equipment flow, process flow, critical process parameters, and standard operating procedures for the processes.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts to resolve difficult equipment and operational issues.
• Utilize formal problem‑solving techniques, including Root Cause Analysis, to resolve and communicate equipment issues.
• Engage with original equipment manufacturers and other service vendors to build knowledge base and deliver on projects and troubleshooting efforts.
• Communicate effectively with others, especially project team members, process team members, operations, maintenance, and crafts personnel.
• Perform impact assessments for varying levels of changes to responsible equipment/systems.
• Establish control systems and monitor/trend, as a tool to verify and optimize equipment performance.
• Understand equipment reliability issues with the objective of process improvement.
• Identify and drive improvements associated with equipment within the area.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field, with preference to Mechanical or Electrical Engineering disciplines.
• 1+ years of engineering experience in a GMP or highly regulated environment.
• Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role, including but not limited to F‑1 CPT, F‑1 OPT, F‑1 STEM OPT, J‑1, H‑1B, TN, O‑1, E‑3, H‑1B1, or L‑1.

Additional Skills/Preferences

• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, parenteral, and/or packaging processes.
• Experience in Commissioning & Qualification, asset delivery, validation activities, and cGMP regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively to customers, business partners, and staff including good oral, written, and visual presentations.
• Experience utilizing and implementing various tools, systems, and processes resulting in improved operational excellence.
• Proficiency in working cross‑functionally with other areas of Indianapolis Parenteral Manufacturing to deliver on highly complex tasks that may have aggressive timelines.

Additional Information

• 8‑hour dayshift work schedule.
• Must be willing to work extended hours during peak periods.
• Must be willing to respond to off‑hour support needs, as necessary.
• Occasional travel may be required for project delivery activities, training, conferences, capital projects, etc.

Compensation and Benefits

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $66,000 – $171,600. 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.

Accessibility Accommodation Statement

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EEO Statement

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