Process Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefit program

401(k) eligibility

Pension benefits

Vacation benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Eli Lilly and Company in Indianapolis, Indiana, is seeking a Process Engineer responsible for maintaining the reliability of equipment and processes. You will ensure compliance with safety rules, provide engineering expertise, and lead troubleshooting efforts.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field and possess strong interpersonal skills. The position offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for improvement and development within the pharmaceutical industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or science discipline.
• Availability to be Onsite Daily and provide after-hour support on a rotational basis.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe working environment by following safety rules.
• Provide engineering expertise as an active member of the area process team.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts to resolve difficult equipment problems.
• Identify and drive improvement opportunities associated with equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Troubleshooting skills

Statistical thinking concepts

Computer skills (Excel, JMP)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or science discipline

Job description

Position Brand Description

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. Ensure that equipment is in-control, compliant, and capable of meeting customer needs, while also driving associated continuous improvement effort.

Key Objectives / Deliverables

• Ensure a safe working environment by following safety rules and helping improve the safety culture.
• Actively participate in safety-related activities (audits, JSA’s, hazard reviews, etc.) to drive ongoing safety improvement.
• Take overall responsibility for the safe design and safe operation of the equipment within the area.
• Provide engineering expertise as active member of area process team.
• Obtain technical expertise of equipment and processes in area of responsibility. This includes clear understanding of equipment flow chart/process flow document, critical process parameters, and master formula instructions for the process.
• Establish & monitor/trend control systems as tool for verifying and optimizing equipment performance.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts to resolve more difficult equipment and operational problems.
• Utilize formal problem-solving techniques, including Root Cause Analysis, to resolve equipment issues.
• Respond to and implement customer requests related to the equipment.
• Communicate effectively with others, especially process team members, customers, engineering tech, and crafts personnel.
• Provide oversight to Maintenance Tech/Engineering Tech(s) that support the area.
• Evaluate all activities for impact on qualified state of equipment and utilize appropriate tools/processes as necessary (change control, hold, etc.).
• Responsible for system/component classification and maintenance strategy for equipment.
• Implement corrections, corrective actions, and countermeasures arising from CAPA’s.
• Participate in Periodic Reviews for equipment.
• Lead or participate in IQ/OQ/PQ activities (including commissioning activities of new equipment or areas).
• Develop scope for capital projects targeted at both short and longer term needs.
• Act as user representative for capital projects or delivery agent for local projects.
• Understand equipment reliability issues with the objective of improvement.
• Coordinate with site/corporate asset management personnel to replicate improvements and assure alignment of maintenance and other equipment activities
• Identify and drive improvement opportunities (procedural changes, upgrades, projects, etc.) associated with equipment within the area.
• Compare equipment performance data with that of other operations to determine areas of opportunity.
• Goals/objectives should target world-class levels of operation.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or science discipline
• Availability to be Onsite Daily and provide after-hour support on a rotational basis as needed by the business

Additional Preferences

• Previous experience as a process engineer within the Pharmaceutical Industry.
• Adequate interpersonal and communications skills to be able to work effectively in a team-based environment.
• Strong computer skills in a variety of software packages (Excel, JMP, etc.).
• Ability to work in a safe manner to ensure the safety of self and others.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, working safely and accountable for supporting all HSE Corporate and Site Goals.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to apply statistical thinking concepts to the analysis of manufacturing problems.
• Experience in utilizing root cause analysis techniques for the systematic solving of problems.

Other Information

• Occasional travel may be required for training, conferences, capital projects, etc.

Lilly is proud to be 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.

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.