Process Engineer

Eli Lilly and Company • Us, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Process Engineer is responsible for establishing and maintaining the reliable operation and qualified state of the equipment and business processes in the area that they support. Ensure that equipment is in-control, compliant, and capable of meeting customer needs, while also driving associated continuous improvement effort.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical or Electrical Engineering) or science discipline with experience in pharmaceutical GMP manufacturing.
• Will consider recent grads with internship experience relatable to pharmaceutical GMP manufacturing.
• Adequate interpersonal and communications skills to be able to work effectively in a team-based environment.
• Strong computer skills in a variety of software packages (Excel, JMP, etc.).
• Ability to work in a safe manner to ensure the safety of self and others.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, working safely and accountable for supporting all HSE Corporate and Site Goals.
• Previous experience as a process engineer within the Pharmaceutical Industry.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to apply statistical thinking concepts to the analysis of manufacturing problems.
• Experience in utilizing root cause analysis techniques for the systematic solving of problems.
• Fundamental knowledge of industrial control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and field instrumentation
• Experience (academic, internship, or co op) with PLC programming, preferably Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation platforms (Studio 5000, RSLogix)
• Basic HMI development or troubleshooting experience, preferably with FactoryTalk View (ME or SE)
• Understanding of P&ID drawings, control narratives, and basic control strategies
• Familiarity with instrumentation and control loops, including: Analog signals (4–20 mA)
• Basic PID concepts and loop tuning fundamentals
• Exposure to variable frequency drives (VFDs) and motor control concepts

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe working environment by following safety rules and helping improve the safety culture.
• Actively participate in safety-related activities (audits, JSA’s, hazard reviews, etc.) to drive ongoing safety improvement.
• Take overall responsibility for the safe design and safe operation of the equipment within the area.
• Provide engineering expertise as active member of area process team.
• Obtain technical expertise of equipment and processes in area of responsibility. This includes clear understanding of equipment flow chart/process flow document, critical process parameters, and master formula instructions for the process.
• Establish & monitor/trend control systems as tool for verifying and optimizing equipment performance.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts to resolve more difficult equipment and operational problems.
• Utilize formal problem-solving techniques, including Root Cause Analysis, to resolve equipment issues.
• Respond to and implement customer requests related to the equipment.
• Communicate effectively with others, especially process team members, customers, engineering tech, and crafts personnel.
• Provide support to Maintenance Tech(s) that support the area.
• Evaluate all activities for impact on qualified state of equipment and utilize appropriate tools/processes as necessary (change control, hold, etc.).
• Responsible for system/component classification and maintenance strategy for equipment.
• Implement corrections, corrective actions, and countermeasures arising from CAPA’s.
• Participate in Periodic Reviews for equipment.
• Lead or participate in IQ/OQ/PQ activities (including commissioning activities of new equipment or areas).
• Understand equipment reliability issues with the objective of improvement.
• Identify and drive improvement opportunities (procedural changes, upgrades, projects, etc.) associated with equipment within the area.
• Compare equipment performance data with that of other operations to determine areas of opportunity.

Benefits

• company bonus
• company-sponsored 401(k)
• pension
• vacation benefits
• medical benefits
• dental benefits
• vision benefits
• 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
• well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level