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Senior Principal Engineer - Automation Engineering – Hybrid Manufacturing
BioSpace, Lebanon, Indiana, United States, 46052
Senior Principal Engineer - Automation Engineering – Hybrid Manufacturing
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Role Overview:
The Senior Principal Engineer – Automation Engineering works in the Automation Engineering Department at Eli Lilly, Foundry, providing automation support across operating areas and for capital projects. Process automation is core to delivering a right‑first‑time facility start‑up and continued support of ongoing manufacturing operations.
In the project delivery and start‑up phase (expected 2025‑2028), automation engineering roles will be fluid and dynamic, supporting project delivery, building a new organization, developing and implementing the necessary systems and business processes required for GMP operations, and fostering site culture.
Key Objectives / Deliverables
Technical Leadership
Mentor process control team, including design, controls philosophy, implementation, and commissioning
Process control work implementation and coordination
Develop and implement the Automation Engineering Project Plan.
Operational Excellence
Technically lead and oversee the work of Site Area leads and System Integrator including functional requirements, design specifications, DCS Application Software, and test specifications.
Lead/participate in design reviews and DeltaV application software reviews; attend equipment and software FATs.
Lead a team of automation engineers supporting commissioning.
Provide periodic status updates to Project Management.
Devising functional requirements and process control strategies for control systems in collaboration with Process Engineering.
Design, code/configure, and test DCS and SCADA software (sequence logic, graphics, batch software, etc.).
Perform automation engineering activities including design, tuning, and troubleshooting of control loops.
Implement and support electronic systems (plant historians, applications, and software integration) used to capture process automation related production data.
Maintain the validated state of site control systems in line with Lilly quality standards, including development and execution of validation strategies and associated documentation.
Provide automation support for capital projects including new product introductions.
Promote the use of automation to improve productivity, operational efficiency, and compliance.
Develop a network of corporate contacts and leverage corporate expertise when needed.
Organizational Capability
Set and reinforce standards for appropriate rigor in automation work products in coordination with automation and compliance consultants.
Demonstrate initiative, planning, organizational skills, prioritizing tasks, and commitment to task completion and timelines.
Possess a keen technical curiosity and demonstrate strong problem‑solving skills and a desire for continuous improvement.
Demonstrate ability to influence peers and business partners.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non‑technical audiences.
Knowledge of GMP, regulatory requirements, and computer system validation.
Basic Requirements
Minimum B.S. in Engineering and experience in Automation Engineering, preferably in Small Molecule API, Biologics, and/or Cell Therapy manufacturing.
8+ years of experience in Biopharma engineering, operations, or manufacturing.
Experience in design, development, commissioning, and qualification of highly automated greenfield manufacturing sites utilizing SCADA, DCS, PLC, and MES systems (DeltaV, Rockwell, Syncade, etc.).
Experience facilitating and driving decision‑making at an organizational level.
Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities 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 at https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation.
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.
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $64,500 - $167,200. Full‑time equivalent employees are also eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including 401(k) participation, pension, vacation benefits, medical, dental, vision, prescription drug benefits, flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day‑care flexible spending accounts), life insurance, 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).
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Role Overview:
The Senior Principal Engineer – Automation Engineering works in the Automation Engineering Department at Eli Lilly, Foundry, providing automation support across operating areas and for capital projects. Process automation is core to delivering a right‑first‑time facility start‑up and continued support of ongoing manufacturing operations.
In the project delivery and start‑up phase (expected 2025‑2028), automation engineering roles will be fluid and dynamic, supporting project delivery, building a new organization, developing and implementing the necessary systems and business processes required for GMP operations, and fostering site culture.
Key Objectives / Deliverables
Technical Leadership
Mentor process control team, including design, controls philosophy, implementation, and commissioning
Process control work implementation and coordination
Develop and implement the Automation Engineering Project Plan.
Operational Excellence
Technically lead and oversee the work of Site Area leads and System Integrator including functional requirements, design specifications, DCS Application Software, and test specifications.
Lead/participate in design reviews and DeltaV application software reviews; attend equipment and software FATs.
Lead a team of automation engineers supporting commissioning.
Provide periodic status updates to Project Management.
Devising functional requirements and process control strategies for control systems in collaboration with Process Engineering.
Design, code/configure, and test DCS and SCADA software (sequence logic, graphics, batch software, etc.).
Perform automation engineering activities including design, tuning, and troubleshooting of control loops.
Implement and support electronic systems (plant historians, applications, and software integration) used to capture process automation related production data.
Maintain the validated state of site control systems in line with Lilly quality standards, including development and execution of validation strategies and associated documentation.
Provide automation support for capital projects including new product introductions.
Promote the use of automation to improve productivity, operational efficiency, and compliance.
Develop a network of corporate contacts and leverage corporate expertise when needed.
Organizational Capability
Set and reinforce standards for appropriate rigor in automation work products in coordination with automation and compliance consultants.
Demonstrate initiative, planning, organizational skills, prioritizing tasks, and commitment to task completion and timelines.
Possess a keen technical curiosity and demonstrate strong problem‑solving skills and a desire for continuous improvement.
Demonstrate ability to influence peers and business partners.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non‑technical audiences.
Knowledge of GMP, regulatory requirements, and computer system validation.
Basic Requirements
Minimum B.S. in Engineering and experience in Automation Engineering, preferably in Small Molecule API, Biologics, and/or Cell Therapy manufacturing.
8+ years of experience in Biopharma engineering, operations, or manufacturing.
Experience in design, development, commissioning, and qualification of highly automated greenfield manufacturing sites utilizing SCADA, DCS, PLC, and MES systems (DeltaV, Rockwell, Syncade, etc.).
Experience facilitating and driving decision‑making at an organizational level.
Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities 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 at https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation.
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.
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $64,500 - $167,200. Full‑time equivalent employees are also eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including 401(k) participation, pension, vacation benefits, medical, dental, vision, prescription drug benefits, flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day‑care flexible spending accounts), life insurance, 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).
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