IDAP MES Systems Engineer — Digital Manufacturing

Eli Lilly and Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Lilly in Indianapolis is seeking an MES System Engineer to implement and sustain the next-generation MES at the IDAP site, collaborating with operations, quality, engineering and IT to translate needs into compliant MES solutions.

You’ll drive configuration, validation, and documentation efforts on the shop floor, ensuring readiness for go-live and ongoing optimization in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, computer science, computer engineering or related field.
• 2+ years experience with MES system design, implementation, and validation.
• 3+ years of experience in regulated pharmaceutical or medical device manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Implement, configure, and support the MES platform for device assembly and packaging operations at IDAP.
• Partner with site teams to gather requirements, define digital workflows, and author/validate electronic batch records aligned with operational processes.
• Execute and support site-level testing and validation efforts (IQ, PQ) to ensure system readiness.
• Troubleshoot MES issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve system or process gaps.
• Support site readiness and go-live efforts, including hypercare support and frontline troubleshooting.
• Ensure compliance with CSV standards, including 21 CFR Part 11 and GAMP 5.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, SOPs, training materials, and support guides for IDAP operations.

Skills

MES system design

MES implementation

Regulated environment knowledge

CSV/GAMP5 knowledge

Shop floor collaboration

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT / CS / CE or related field

Job description

Lilly in Indianapolis is seeking an MES System Engineer to implement and sustain the next-generation MES at the IDAP site, collaborating with operations, quality, engineering and IT to translate needs into compliant MES solutions.

You’ll drive configuration, validation, and documentation efforts on the shop floor, ensuring readiness for go-live and ongoing optimization in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.