Process Automation Engineer - Packaging

About This Role

Partnering with various teams to design, install, and qualify new packaging lines is central to this Process Automation Engineer role. The position supports and manages packaging crucial to Lilly's supply chain, providing expertise in process control, improvements, project management, and technical leadership. It suits individuals passionate about architecting, integrating, qualifying, and starting up complex packaging systems.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Corporate Automation, Global Packaging & Robotics, Automation Integrators, and Global Facilities Delivery to design, install, and qualify the new LKC packaging lines
• Assist in the integration of these lines into the site data collection and SCADA layer
• Lead automation activities through the full project lifecycle including design review, FAT, installation, SAT, qualification, and startup support
• Serve as the technical owner for integration between packaging equipment and enterprise manufacturing systems including MES, warehouse management systems, scheduling systems, and site automation platforms
• Review OEM electrical, controls, and safety designs to ensure compliance with Lilly standards and applicable industry standards (e.g., machine safety, electrical safety, and control panel requirements)
• Develop and execute automation verification and qualification activities, including IV/OV testing, system integration testing, and startup troubleshooting
• Support implementation and lifecycle management of Lilly manufacturing platforms such as Global Packaging Platform (GPP), GRIP, GPM, Global Scheduler, and MES integrations
• Design, troubleshoot, and support manufacturing system interfaces including PLCs, HMI/SCADA systems, databases, servers, virtual environments, networks, and middleware platforms
• Partner with Quality, Operations, Engineering, IT, OEMs, and global platform teams to resolve complex automation and integration challenges during project execution and commercial operations
• Lead manufacturing system startup readiness activities including PSSR execution, safety verification, automation cutovers, and qualification support
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying root causes, implementing robust automation solutions, and improving reliability, quality, and operational performance
• Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across multiple manufacturing areas and project teams
• Own/SME of equipment, Packaging processes, and maintenance programs associated with Lilly Global Quality Standards (GQS) and Engineering Best Practices/Functional Standards (EBP/EFS)
• Technically lead and delegate activities to a cross-functional technical team supporting the packaging lines on medium-large scale projects
• Proficient and capable of understanding OSHA/regulatory (CFR) requirements and ensuring compliance