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Automation Engineer

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.

Lilly is currently constructing an advanced manufacturing facility for production of advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs) located in Lebanon, IN.  This facility is intended to provide current and future products, including new modalities.  This is a unique opportunity to be a part of the startup team for a greenfield manufacturing site, and the successful candidate will help to build the processes and facility to enable a successful startup into GMP manufacturing operations. 

Responsibilities:

As an Automation Engineer you will provide automation design and oversight to the delivery of Lilly's new Lebanon LP2 facility. Collaborate with system integrators to deliver all aspects of Automation. Support key corporate initiatives such as life cycle management, Engineering information management, and cyber security. Drive automation governance and replication Tier 1 equipment, architecture, and Automation/IT systems and solutions.

  • Safety – Work safely and continually looks for improvements in personnel and equipment safety, ensure safe design and operation of new equipment, ensure automation design reflects safety concerns for operations and maintenance. 

Automation Design  

  • Design and implement Automation Strategies that allow the operators to interact and manipulate the process in compliance with cGMP batch manufacturing requirements. 

  • Generate/Update Design SDLC documentation. 

Automation/Control Discipline 

  • Partner with colleagues to properly support and enhance the Automated Systems and Equipment including the adjustments on PID Control Parameters. 

  • Perform solution assessment and performance reviews and verified the proper and efficient operation of the automated systems.   

  •  Partner with colleagues to support the discipline through solution assessment, replication, and development.   

  • Manage tools, and implement engineering standards, master specifications and best practices.  

  • Provide technical coaching and consultation to other Lilly engineers and facilitate shared learning forums.  

  • Support Projects and the integration of new equipment/technologies to the manufacturing workflow. 

  • Support Automated System Commissioning and Qualifications. 

  • Technology and Innovation. Keep current on external trends and practices to evaluate technology for application within Lilly. 

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.

  • 5+ years of experience in automation or process control.

Additional Skills and Preferences related to the roles we are recruiting:

  • Experience with Emerson DeltaV Systems, Rockwell Automation, OSI/PI Historian, or related automation and control platform.

  • Expertise in Rockwell Automation Platforms including FactoryTalk View SCADA and ControlLogix PLC's.

  • Knowledge of Drug Product manufacturing processes including formulation, equipment preparation, and filling.

  • Knowledge of Drug Substance manufacturing processes including large and/small molecule and Batch.

  • Knowledge of plant utility systems including purified water, clean steam, process air, and recovery and environmental systems.

  • Knowledge of building management systems (HVAC) and qualified building management systems for critical monitoring.

  • Knowledge related to ISE S95 principles and IT/Automation integration.

  • Experience in a pharmaceutical or GMP industry.

  • Experience in OSI/PI Data Historians or related technology.

  • Experience in Microsoft operating systems, virtual environments, and networking.

  • Communicate effectively with internal customers, business partners, and leadership including written and visual presentations.

  • Experience in Automation Project Delivery related to Major Capital delivery.

  • Technical leadership on automation project delivery

Additional Information: 

  • This is an onsite position that requires onsite presence the majority of the time, with some flexibility for working from home depending on business need.

  • This position is based in Lebanon, IN and is not a fully remote role. This would require relocation to Lebanon, IN area (within commuting distance).

  • Some business travel will be required for this role including OUS.  Business travel typically includes design review meetings at A&E firms and equipment OEM’s, Factory Acceptance Testing, and training.  Travel is not expected to exceed 10-20%.

Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form (https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.

Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.


Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups.

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.

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