Digital Automation Engineer —DeltaV Central Solutions and Transformation

Position Overview

Lilly is constructing multiple advanced API manufacturing facilities to support current and future products across new modalities. This includes greenfield sites with several standalone, highly flexible GMP drug substance facilities — along with supporting site infrastructure, utilities, laboratories, administrative offices, and warehousing. These facilities will produce drug substances spanning small molecules, biologics, and nucleic acid therapies.

Key Deliverables and Responsibilities

• Become a subject matter expert on Lilly’s DeltaV CLASS module library and support updates and new software to support the digital agenda.
• Support and/or lead the development of a Digital strategy for DeltaV transformation tools and associated AI applications.
• Develop and manage use cases with a focus on streamlining DeltaV delivery and CSV.
• Interface with cross-functional disciplines and stakeholders to ensure project deliverables align with and meet business requirements.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related applicable science discipline required.
• 5+ years of experience in Process Automation with experience on the Emerson DeltaV Platform.
• 5+ years of experience in API/Drug Substance manufacturing preferred — related manufacturing experience will be considered.
• Experience in translating process and operational needs into digital requirements.
• Previous experience in DeltaV Batch DCS.
• Experience within a GMP environment, regulatory requirements and computer system validation principles.

Additional Skills & Preferences

• Programming experience with Python — including automation scripting, front-end design (IBT), command-line execution, data transformation, and structured data workflows (JSON/Excel).
• Strong automation and OT operations background (DCS engineering, batch manufacturing).
• Experience with system integration including MES — prior AVEVA PI experience preferred.
• Technical knowledge in process instrumentation, batch control, and data historians.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and influence without direct authority.
• Able to collaborate work cross-functionally with different disciplines and cultures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.