Lead Automation Engineer, CSV & Process Automation

Lilly

Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 68,000 - 174,000

Full time

10 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 – Computer System Validation supports process automation systems, CSV plans, and data integrity across DCS and PLC networks, Building Management Systems, and central automation platforms.

The role involves collaborating with Lilly Quality, A&E firms, system integrators, and both corporate and site engineering peers during startup (2029–2030) and transitioning to

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline is required.
3+ years of experience in computer system validation, process automation, and manufacturing.
Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; Lilly does not sponsor visas.

Responsibilities

Champion a strong safety culture and mentor others.
Develop and implement CSV and process automation qualification strategies.
Collaborate with Quality, Corporate Engineering, and Global Facilities Delivery.
Lead a contingent workforce across multiple project workstreams for CSV.
Support design, staffing, supplier management, and delivery strategies for CSV.
Build capabilities within the Richmond site automation team.
Develop site procedures for computer system validation and administration.

Skills

Process automation

Computer system validation

Data integrity

Collaboration

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Emerson DeltaV

Kneat Validation

Veeva Vault

Job description

The role involves collaborating with Lilly Quality, A&E firms, system integrators, and both corporate and site engineering peers during startup (2029–2030) and transitioning to

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