Engineer – Automation Engineering, Historian Admin, Data Architect

Eli Lilly and Company

Engineer in Automation Engineering with Eli Lilly, providing automation support and mentorship in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes. Role includes collaboration with cross-functional teams and data management oversight.

Posted 4/26/2026full-timeIndianapolis • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $64,500 - $167,200 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityIoT

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide automation support for one or more operating areas across site and/or for capital projects
Provide Automation, Process Controls and Data Historian expertise and support historian systems operating areas across site
Function as the main Data Architect to ensure proper data contextualization and democratization of operational data for compliance and data analytics
Technically collaborate with Site Area leads and System Integrators
Work with Engineering, Operations and many cross-functional groups to troubleshoot issues
Develop standard operating procedures, work instructions and other job aids

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum B.S. in Engineering and experience in Automation Engineering, preferably in major pharmaceutical manufacturing
5+ years working experience in Biopharma engineering, operations, or manufacturing
Knowledge of GMP, regulatory requirements, computer system validation
Experience in design, development, commissioning and qualification of highly automated greenfield manufacturing sites utilizing SCADA, DCS and MES systems (DeltaV, Rockwell, Syncade, etc).
Experience with OSI PI and related applications
Knowledge of cybersecurity and IoT considerations when managing systems
Familiarity with integrating other process automation systems such as DeltaV, BMS, PLC/HMI and similar control systems in a manufacturing environment
Proficiency in industrial communication protocols such as BACnet/IP, Modbus, HART, OPC DA & UA, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, RIO
Experience with electronic document management system (Kneat, Valgenesis, ALM)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
401(k)
Pension
Vacation benefits
Flexible healthcare benefits
Employee assistance program
Fitness benefits
Employee clubs and activities

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Hard Skills & Tools

Automation EngineeringProcess ControlsData ArchitectData AnalyticsSCADADCSMESOSI PIIndustrial Communication ProtocolsComputer System Validation

Soft Skills

CollaborationTroubleshootingCommunicationOrganizational SkillsTechnical Expertise