Senior Engineer – Project Manager

Eli Lilly and Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 64,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Engineer – Project Manager to lead large-scale capital projects in packaging operations. This role involves managing multidisciplinary teams to ensure project goals are met while adhering to compliance, safety, and environmental standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering and project management, with experience in packaging equipment and capital projects. If you're passionate about making a difference in the healthcare sector and thrive in collaborative environments, this opportunity could be your next big step.

Benefits

401(k)

Health insurance

Flexible spending

Life insurance

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• 3+ years in project management supporting packaging operations.
• Experience managing capital projects in packaging facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead large capital projects from design to qualification.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Scope management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Packaging equipment

Quality systems

Project controls

Job description

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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 worldwide work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those in need, improve disease understanding and management, and give back through philanthropy and volunteerism. We prioritize our work and put people first. We seek individuals committed to improving lives globally.

Responsibilities

The Global Packaging and Serialization Program provides engineering and technical support for Lilly's worldwide commercial packaging operations, including asset delivery. Our mission involves a team of Lilly technical experts and external contractors to deliver assets focused on medical innovation and supply chain robustness.

Key Objectives/Deliverables

1. Project Management: Lead large capital projects ($5MM to $100+MM), managing multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals from design to qualification, ensuring scope, capacity, cost, schedule, and compliance targets.
2. Compliance: Manage projects in accordance with GFD, Global Packaging, and company policies using a disciplined project management approach.
3. Safety/Environment: Develop safety and environmental plans, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures throughout project phases.
4. Interface/Communication: Maintain effective communication with teams, governance, stakeholders, and partners based on project complexity.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• 3+ years in project management, engineering, or related fields supporting packaging operations
• Experience with packaging equipment, qualification/validation, product stability, and components
• Experience managing capital projects in packaging facilities, especially projects >$5 million
• Knowledge in automation, construction, quality, project controls, safety, and scheduling

Additional Skills/Preferences

• Strong leadership and results orientation
• Issue resolution, scope management, and safety prioritization
• Willingness to travel and relocate as needed
• Problem-solving and independent working skills
• Cross-functional collaboration abilities
• Understanding of quality systems and regulatory requirements
• Familiarity with packaging technology advances
• Proven project management experience

Additional Information

• Travel up to 25%, domestic and international
• Work in manufacturing environments with safety gear as needed
• Primary location in Indianapolis, with consideration for other US Lilly sites

Lilly is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For assistance, complete the accommodation request form at https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation. We are an EEO employer, valuing diversity and equal opportunity.

Our employee resource groups support diverse communities, including groups for different cultures, identities, and backgrounds. Learn more about our ERGs.

Compensation varies based on education, experience, skills, and location, with an estimated range of $64,500 - $167,200. Benefits include bonuses, 401(k), health insurance, flexible spending, life insurance, paid time off, and wellness programs. Lilly reserves the right to modify these programs as needed.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Project Management and IT
• Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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