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Organization Overview:

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Position Description:

The Process Control Engineer is primarily responsible for the development and/or configuration of PLC/HMI codes, S88 batch process, historian data, historian reports, data analytics for reliable operation of manufacturing processes, and the existing automation systems, the front-line support for Building Management System (BMS), Utility and manufacturing process automation support for the Lilly New Jersey Facilities, as applicable. Will work with cross function team to troubleshoot issues for reliable operation of automation systems. Will be supporting day to day automation activities, developing data analytics tools and reports, driving appropriate GMP change control/deviation, preparing/adhering project schedules, and programming process control systems, as applicable. Will be providing technical support for daily biologics manufacturing operations and for the specification, installation, start-up and validation support of process equipment projects. As applicable, other duties include interfacing with Maintenance, IT, Engineering, and Manufacturing personnel as required to coordinate plant shutdowns, prepare, and review Operational SOP’s and Functional Requirement Specification (FRS), lead projects activities, and represent automation group in several process meetings.

2nd shift support hours are as follows:

Wednesday: 2:00PM - 10:00PM OR 4:00PM - 12:00AM
Thursday: 2:00PM- 12:00AM
Friday: 2:00PM- 12:00AM
Saturday: 12:00AM -12:00AM

Responsibilities:

Be a Subject Matter Expert for overseeing and development of Rockwell Process Control’s PLCs and HMIs codes, S88 batch process, OSI PI historian, MS SQL reporting, Thin Manager, data analytics tools (Tableau, Power BI, SAS, etc.), electrical control systems, as applicable.
Provide frontline support and troubleshoot PLC and HMI codes, smart instruments and historian data collection systems, as applicable.
Managing and working with contractors who develop PLC/HMI/Historian codes, as applicable.
Professional experience to work independently with minimum supervision.
Deliver professional Process Control and/or Electrical support of clinical and commercial biologics manufacturing operations by:
- Representing Engineering on cross functional process teams, possibly for data analytics and reporting, as applicable.
- Leading equipment and process troubleshooting efforts, Root Cause Analysis, and deviation, as applicable.
- Implementing continuous improvement projects, possibly for data review/monitoring, audit trails, and electrical engineering, as applicable.
Interacting regularly with Manufacturing, Maintenance, Process Engineers, Plant Engineering, Validation and Quality and other functions, as needed.
Data monitoring and analysis for process improvements and issue resolution for applicable departments.
Author, review, and approve change controls, deviation investigations, standard operating procedures (SOPs), drawings, schematics, work orders, etc.
Identify Process Control and Data Integrity knowledge gaps that impact equipment and process capability, as applicable.
Provide engineering support and project management by:
- Maintaining and enhancing the Process Control and Building Management Systems, as applicable.
- Developing the project scope, including user requirement, design, functional specifications, and engineering drawings.
- Influencing functional groups regarding operability, technical feasibility, engineering design, maintenance, spare parts, installation/shut-down coordination, project schedule and validation/documentation requirements.
- Arranging for procurement of equipment and instrumentation required for the projects.
- Working with professional consultants and mechanical contractors to develop design and construction drawings/specifications and to implement and test the changes.
- Leading installation, start-up, commissioning and qualification activities.
On call after hours and weekend support to the Facilities/Manufacturing to ensure continuous production.
Keep up to date with required training. Develop expertise by attending technical seminars and training sessions.
Grow and develop each year as an individual. Develop deep skills and knowledge. Deliver results consistently.
Performs all job functions with adherence to company policies, in a cGMP manner, safely and ethically.

Basic Requirements:

Have attained a B.S. or M.S. in Engineering (typically, Chemical, Electronics, Electrical, Computer Engineering)
Minimum 2 years industrial experience in automation field, will also consider recent college graduates.
Demonstrate a deep technical knowledge and experience with Rockwell (PLC/HMI) Automation Systems, as applicable
Minimum 3 years of experience with OSI PI Historian, MS SQL database/reporting, and Data Analytics tools, as applicable
Have technical knowledge and experience with data analytics tools to monitor manufacturing processes, reduce cost, data integrity (DI) compliance requirements, Electrical distribution, lighting equipment, UPS systems, and emergency generators, as applicable
Have technical knowledge and experience with Automation Systems, as applicable
Have experience with frontline support in a GMP environment

Additional Skills/Preferences:

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Possess a passion for understanding, be inquisitive to what is happening in Automation, Data Analytics, and Electrical, as applicable
Be self-motivated, confident, able to influence and self-directed personality with able to work independently as well as in team environment
Be flexible, resilient, and proactive
Curious to learn new technology
Strong leadership skills, as applicable

Other Information:

Travel required (<5%)
Lifting required, NMT 50lbs
Required to be on call

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Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups.

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is

$72,000 - $189,200

Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

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Engineer - Process Control 2nd shift