Reliability Engineer

Initial Therapeutics, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 171,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and pension benefits

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible benefits programs

Job summary

At Lilly in Indianapolis, we are seeking a Network Reliability Engineer to enhance the reliability of our equipment and systems. This role involves leading key initiatives globally to improve productivity and reliability standards while mentoring other engineers.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Engineering and over 5 years of experience in plant engineering. The position demands leadership skills and technical expertise in manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a plant engineering, Reliability, or maintenance area.
• Hands-on manufacturing experience in a regulated environment.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and key accomplishments.

Responsibilities

• Lead global processes for Reliability of equipment and systems.
• Identify and implement systemic improvements for cost effectiveness.
• Provide ongoing technical support to site engineering groups.

Skills

Plant engineering experience

Reliability expertise

Hands-on manufacturing experience

Leadership abilities

Technical problem-solving

Project coordination

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

GMARS/Maximo software

Job description

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

Organization Overview

The PPN Network Reliability engineer position is part of the Engineering Tech Center, with a focus on discipline stewardship and leadership of our Reliability program. This position is part of the overall Reliability program and will focus on the processes, technology, methods, and best practices within the Reliability discipline at Lilly. In addition, this position will provide an external focus, lead the introduction and implementation of new technologies, and drive productivity initiatives in these areas. This position will be a global partner to sites and the corporate engineering function, leading key initiatives for these groups.

Responsibilities

• Technical and Discipline leadership – global process owner for the Reliability of equipment, systems, and processes. Network continuously with site Reliability engineers, influencing initiatives to improve the uptime and predictability of our equipment and systems, predominantly for our manufacturing sites. Knowledgeable of our GMARS system and how the discipline of Reliability interacts with this tool. Engage proactively with major capital projects to influence equipment/system selection, as well as the ongoing operations of these systems.
• Productivity improvement – routinely identify and implement systemic improvements focused on improving cost effectiveness, productivity, and stewardship of Lilly assets in plants/processes globally.
• Consultation – assist sites globally, especially for the Reliability resources at sites, to ensure site needs are met.
• Knowledge sharing – Provide ongoing technical support to site plant engineering groups, domestic and global (including CMOs/Alliances); provide technical mentoring to Lilly engineers; participate in the creation and maintenance of Engineering Standards and Best Practices. Support sites in continuing to build key technical capabilities.
• External Influence – Monitor and, when appropriate, influence changes in external standards on Lilly’s behalf, and work to ensure ongoing compliance within Lilly. Leverage external resources to stay current and, when necessary, complement internal resources.
• Coaching/mentoring and development of others in the discipline.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's in an Engineering Field
• 5+ years’ experience in a plant engineering, Reliability, or maintenance area.
• Hands‑on manufacturing or plant experience in a regulated environment, with direct application of cGMP requirements
• Demonstrated leadership ability with key accomplishments of influence across a broad spectrum
• Technical areas of expertise include sound engineering fundamentals and physical plant systems.
• Project coordination experience
• 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 Preferences

• Experience using GMARS/Maximo software application
• Knowledge of procurement processes
• Proven business acumen.
• Good PC skills; excellent verbal and written communications skills; strong problem‑solving and analysis skills (including appropriate use of data and metrics and ability to form a business case).
• Must work independently and, as such, must be a self‑starter and capable of working with little direction.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Information

• Domestic (including PR) and some International travel required (typically 10 to 20%).

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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.