Engineer - Systems Engineering - Labs

BioSpace; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare technology leader in Indianapolis is seeking an experienced Engineer - Systems Engineering - Labs to oversee design and implementation of crucial Global Applications. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in a relevant field, at least 10 years of experience in IT for regulated industries, and knowledge of core execution systems like Empower and SmartLab. This position offers a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in enterprise IT platforms.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Experience delivering solutions in a regulated industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and implementation of Global Applications within Labs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on reliable solutions for laboratories.
• Develop robust solutions with monitoring and error handling.

Skills

SQL or other databases

Windows Server

Advanced Analytics

REST APIs

Understanding of AI and ML

Data Modeling

Cloud Computing (Azure/AWS)

Robotics technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Master's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Empower

SmartLab

NuGenesis

LabVantage

Job description

Overview

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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 work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We put people first and are looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

At Lilly, we believe in developing talent through internal opportunities. If you are seeking a new position within Lilly, you can view and apply to open roles posted in the internal job posting system. You must meet the minimum qualifications outlined in the job description and have/obtain work authorization in the country the position is located in to be considered. When applying internally, your current supervisor will be notified. We encourage employees to discuss the opportunity with their supervisor prior to applying.

What You’ll Be Doing

Your primary focus will be overseeing the design, implementation, and productization of Global Applications within the Labs portfolio, enabling Lilly to scale software products across the globe. Key activities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage Empower configuration, validation, and maintenance of the system, ensuring regulatory compliance and industry standards. Implement tools to enhance the Empower system, including AI to minimize user workload and integration with ELN and LES solutions.
• Manage SmartLab configuration, validation, and maintenance of the system to ensure regulatory compliance and industry standards.

As an Engineer - Systems Engineering - Labs, you will work with business SMEs (Quality Control and Operational Excellence teams), cross-functional solution architects, and third-party service providers on the design, configuration, and implementation of various projects. You will use technical and business process knowledge to inform strategy and design choices that support standardized and streamlined processes and sustainable solutions.

How You Will Succeed

• Collaborate with business stakeholders and cross-functional solution architects within the Labs, and with architects in the broader Quality function, to design reliable and efficient solutions for manufacturing laboratories.
• Work with application architects to influence the technical direction of software vendors, service providers, and service delivery teams.
• Leverage understanding of the laboratory environment, emerging technologies, and system functionalities to foresee future system requirements and business needs.
• Develop robust, stable, and resilient solutions with appropriate support processes, effective monitoring, and advanced error handling to ensure business continuity.
• Ensure compatibility, integration, interoperability, stability, scalability, and usability of products/services proposed as standards for an integrated architecture across interdependent technologies.
• Communicate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders and influence decision making at senior leadership level.
• Drive site adoption of assigned solutions, aligning with Digital Strategy and considering internal and external trends in collaboration with Business SMEs.
• Coach and mentor peers to maintain technical capability commensurate with the criticality of delivered solutions.
• Review and approve documentation related to areas of responsibility (Validation Lifecycle documents, SOPs, policies, IQ/PQ protocols, etc.) as appropriate.
• Ensure adherence to quality, compliance, and data integrity requirements.
• Establish key relationships with business users and other Tech@Lilly areas.

What You Should Bring

• Demonstrated experience with core Lilly execution systems such as LES (SmartLab), CDS (Empower), ELN (NuGenesis), and LIMS (LabVantage).
• Proficiency in SQL or other databases, Windows Server, Advanced Analytics, and REST APIs.
• Understanding of AI, ML, AR, Data Modeling, Cloud Computing (Azure/AWS), and Robotics technologies.
• Proven ability to lead a cross-functional team of business SMEs and third-party vendors to deliver high-value solutions on time and with quality.
• Ability to influence modern architectural design and drive strategic decisions for global scalability and supportability.
• Strong understanding of Quality IT processes applicable to Manufacturing Laboratories.
• Experience supporting critical GMP processes in a regulated industry.
• Excellent initiative and self-management skills and ability to lead teams, influence others, and manage conflict.

Your Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering/Technology, Information Technology, Security, or another relevant field.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience delivering or supporting enterprise IT platforms in a highly regulated industry.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. Lilly does not anticipate sponsorship for employment visas for this position.

Additional Preferences

• Master’s degree in computer science or related field.
• Knowledge of Pharma and Manufacturing industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Strong problem analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with Agile concepts, methodologies, and frameworks.

Other Information

• Position based in Indianapolis, Indiana with a hybrid work model.
• Some travel (5-10%) may be required, domestically and/or internationally.

Note: When applying internally for a position, your current supervisor will be notified that you have applied. Lilly is 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.

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