Senior Spray Drying Engineer & Tech Leader

Eli Lilly and Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 129,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

Lilly in Indianapolis seeks an Engineering Consultant to lead technical initiatives across manufacturing and development, focusing on spray dried technology and amorphous solid dispersions. You will guide process development and collaborate with global sites to drive improvements.

The role requires strong GMP manufacturing experience, experience with process modeling, and the ability to mentor teams. Travel up to 20% and a dayshift schedule are expected.

Qualifications

• BS Engineering or Science required.
• 8+ years manufacturing experience in a GMP regulated environment (pharmaceutical manufacturing preferred).
• Advanced degree in engineering (MS or PhD).
• Expertise in particle characterization and analysis.
• Experience with process modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering technical leadership globally in spray dried technology for amorphous solid dispersions; define solvent systems and process parameters.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to direct discipline activities, new technology development, assessments and deployment; stay current with industry trends.
• Assist with technical evaluations, technology assessments and problem resolution, including troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Develop experimental programs, protocols and models; supervise lab experiments and ensure safety and quality.
• Prepare technical reports and knowledge-sharing documentation; leverage external resources when needed.

Skills

GMP manufacturing

Process modeling

Particle characterization

Root cause analysis

Technical leadership

Education

BS in Engineering or Science

MS or PhD in Engineering

Tools

Process modeling tools

Particle characterization tools

Job description

Lilly in Indianapolis seeks an Engineering Consultant to lead technical initiatives across manufacturing and development, focusing on spray dried technology and amorphous solid dispersions. You will guide process development and collaborate with global sites to drive improvements.

The role requires strong GMP manufacturing experience, experience with process modeling, and the ability to mentor teams. Travel up to 20% and a dayshift schedule are expected.