Sr. Engineer - Automation

We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.At Lilly, we believe in the talent of our workforce. One of the best ways to utilize and develop that talent is to use our existing workforce to fill new and/or open positions. If you are looking for a new position within Lilly, you can view and apply to open roles posted in the internal job posting system. You must meet the minimum qualifications outlined in the job description and have/obtain work authorization in the country the position is located in order to be considered. Main Purpose and Objectives of Position:Provide automation support for our API and Biotech manufacturing facilities, including supporting manufacturing operations, compliance activities and capital projects. The automation engineer will work as a member of the Process Automation Department at Eli Lilly, Kinsale. The engineer will provide Automation, Process Controls and Data Analysis expertise and support for one or more operating areas across site and/or for capital projects.Key Responsibilities:In line with the objectives outlined above the following are typically the key tasks that are undertaken by the roleDevising functional requirements and process control strategies for control systems in collaboration with Process EngineeringDesign, specification and coding of control systems, primarily the sites DCS systemsTesting of automation system functionalityProject management of automation projectsProcess Control Engineering including design, tuning and troubleshooting of control loopsImplement and support electronic systems (such as plant historians) used to capture process automation related production dataMaintain the validated state of the site control systems in line with Lilly quality standards including the development and execution of validation strategies and associated documentationAutomation support for capital projects including new product introductions, facility and automation system recapitalization and facility expansionsProvide day-to-day operation's support related to the site’s control systems. This includes working with Technical Services and operation's personnel to trouble shoot issues, making changes to the control systems in line with site change control procedures and site standards, responding to system events and performing routine computer system maintenance checksPromoting the use of automation to improve productivity, operational efficiency and complianceDeveloping a ‘network’ of corporate contacts and leveraging corporate expertise when neededInteracting with external parties (e.g. vendors, consortiums)In carrying out his/her responsibilities, the Engineer is expected to work partner with multiple functions including, engineering, operations, quality, IT and maintenance. He/she must have the interpersonal skills required to work effectively with a broad spectrum of people.Educational Requirements:Hons Degree in Chemical Engineering, Applied Physics and Instrumentation, Control Engineering, IT, Electrical or Electronic Engineering or qualifications in other relevant engineering discipline with appropriate experience.Additional preferences:Demonstrated ability to participate in and facilitate decision-making.Demonstrated initiative, good planning and organisational skills, ability to prioritise tasks, commitment to task completion and timelines.Good knowledge of automation or process engineering and an understanding of small molecule or biotech unit operationsPossess a keen technical curiosity and has demonstrated strong problem solving skills and a desire for continuous improvementStrong collaborative skills with an ability to work effectively in a team environmentDemonstrated ability to influence peers and business partnersDemonstrated strong written and verbal communications skillsAdditional information:Note: Roles are posted at the lowest level of a band, however, employees should search across all levels of the band to identify all opportunities. Employees hired on banded positions (ex: P1-P3, R1-R2, B1-B3, etc.) transfer at their current level, despite the level indicated on the job posting. For example, if a P2 candidate is selected for a P1-P3 banded position, the candidate will remain a P2 in the new role.Note: When applying internally for a position your current supervisor receives notification that you have applied to the position. We encourage employees to discuss the opportunity with their supervisor prior to applying.Lilly does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.Lilly does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.#WeAreLilly