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Job Summary
We're looking for a Senior Principle Process Automation Engineer who provides technical leadership and expertise for automation support of manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the team members
* Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment
* Design and develop automation solutions for biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with site and project requirements
* Implement best practices for system reliability, scalability, and efficiency
* Program and configure automation systems, including Distributed Control Systems (DCS), PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA solutions
* Create automation-related change controls
* Design and implement automation changes to the manufacturing process
* Execute Computer System Validation (CSV) activities
* Investigate automation-related deviations and other deviations
* Identify opportunities for process optimization and continuous improvement
Additional Responsibilities
* Troubleshoot automation computer system hardware
* Provide off-hours automation control system support
* Provide technical support for automation control system platforms and/or process information systems
* Diagnose and resolve complex automation system issues
* Complete all work in a safe manner and ensure the safety of others
* Assist in regulatory audits/internal Lilly Compliance audits
Engineering Solutions to the Business
* Design and deliver automation for new process units
* Utilize ANSI/ISA-88 standard for batch process control along with engineering first principles in the delivery of automation solutions
* Understand S88 and S95 design considerations and integration
* Provide automation technical leadership and project management for engineering projects
* Provide oversight of contractors assisting in the delivery of automation solutions
Requirements
* Ability to configure and troubleshoot automation control systems
* Hands-on knowledge of DCS (e.g., Delta V) systems, PLCs/HMIs (e.g., Siemens), and related support systems, Building Automation Systems (e.g., Siemens), and historians (e.g., Aveva/OSI PI)
* Ability to mentor and provide technical expertise to influence decision-makers on process and automation topics
* Teamwork and interpersonal skills
* Good written and oral communication skills
* Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Planner/Project
* Attention to detail
Preferences
* Previous experience with change control and deviation processes
* Previous experience (7+ years) configuring and troubleshooting automation control systems
* Previous experience (2+ years) mentoring others on automation topics
* Previous experience (2+ years) working in a regulated environment
* Knowledge of Manufacturing Execution Systems, including Syncade
* Knowledge of automated storage and retrieval systems for warehousing logistics management
* Knowledge of project management
Education Requirements
* Degree in Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, or qualifications in other relevant disciplines with appropriate experience
Miscellaneous
* Mentor specialists and other engineers in technical and professional development
* Perform tasks in manufacturing and laboratory areas requiring an individual to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
* The normal schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 8 hours per day; however, emergency situations may require additional support beyond this normal schedule