Senior DeltaV Automation Engineer - Biotech GMP Startup

BioSpace; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

Lilly in Richmond, VA is seeking a Sr. Principal DeltaV Automation Engineer to lead the DeltaV platform design, delivery, and software integration for a new GMP monoclonal antibody facility startup.

This site-based role will shape automation strategy and collaborate with engineering, system integrators, and Tech@Lilly to enable a scalable automation/MES solution. Responsibilities include managing workstreams, guiding qualification activities, and building a capable Richmond automation team as

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related applicable discipline.
• 5+ years of experience Process Automation with experience on the Emerson DeltaV Platform.
• 5+ years of experience in or supporting manufacturing.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; visa sponsorship not provided.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of the DeltaV platform and associated software integration teams.
• Manage one or more system integrators for DeltaV delivery and testing.
• Collaborate with Tech@Lilly to deliver a fully integrated Automation/MES solution.
• Support GMP manufacturing startup and develop the Richmond site automation team.

Skills

DeltaV Automation

Process Automation

Manufacturing Experience

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Emerson DeltaV

MES

Job description

Lilly in Richmond, VA is seeking a Sr. Principal DeltaV Automation Engineer to lead the DeltaV platform design, delivery, and software integration for a new GMP monoclonal antibody facility startup.

This site-based role will shape automation strategy and collaborate with engineering, system integrators, and Tech@Lilly to enable a scalable automation/MES solution. Responsibilities include managing workstreams, guiding qualification activities, and building a capable Richmond automation team as