Senior DeltaV Automation Engineer - Biotech GMP Startup

Eli Lilly and Company; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

Lilly is constructing an advanced manufacturing facility for monoclonal antibodies in Richmond, VA, and seeks a Sr. Principal DeltaV Automation Engineer to lead design and delivery of the DeltaV platform for GMP manufacturing startup.

You will collaborate with A&E firms, system integrators, and Tech@Lilly to develop and validate automation solutions, while mentoring teams and shaping the site automation culture through startup, qualification, and ongoing support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of process automation experience with Emerson DeltaV.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead DeltaV platform design and software integration for manufacturing expansion.
• Manage system integrators for DeltaV software delivery.
• Collaborate with Tech@Lilly and GPACE to deliver integrated Automation/MES solutions.
• Develop site automation capabilities and procedures.
• Support Process Safety Management (PSM) and PHR activities.
• Coordinate design, staffing, SOWs, and supplier management for automation systems.

Skills

DeltaV automation

Process automation

Manufacturing experience

Emerson DeltaV

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Lilly is constructing an advanced manufacturing facility for monoclonal antibodies in Richmond, VA, and seeks a Sr. Principal DeltaV Automation Engineer to lead design and delivery of the DeltaV platform for GMP manufacturing startup.

You will collaborate with A&E firms, system integrators, and Tech@Lilly to develop and validate automation solutions, while mentoring teams and shaping the site automation culture through startup, qualification, and ongoing support.