Automation Engineer - System Administrator

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Organization Overview:

Lilly is embarking on an exciting growth phase, investing over $1 billion to establish a cutting-edge manufacturing site in Concord, North Carolina. This state-of-the-art facility will focus on producing injectable medications, device assembly, and packaging operations. It's a unique opportunity to be involved in building and running a brand-new site equipped with the latest technology, highly integrated and automated manufacturing systems, and a strong emphasis on environmental sustainability. The Concord facility will feature advanced robotic technologies, integrated OT and IT systems, and sophisticated data analysis platforms to enhance safety, productivity, and quality control.

As an Automation Engineer - Systems Administrator, you will be instrumental in the implementation and management of cutting-edge IT/OT systems. This position is dedicated to ensuring the integrity and availability of crucial systems, thereby facilitating comprehensive manufacturing and data integration at the Concord Site. Join us for this exceptional opportunity to contribute to the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Key Objectives/Deliverables: 

• Partner with Corporate Automation, Automation Integrators, and Global Facilities Delivery to design, install and qualify the site Platform and Data related systems and related technologies, Lilly’s OT/IT integration layer, and end-point cyber security solutions
• System Administration ownership and management of these platforms during the delivery phase and post-delivery including user access controls, automated alarm management, data management, and system maintenance, including process improvements and system/server life cycle management
• Oversee system security, data integrity, and quality compliance
• Develop site procedures that will govern Platform and related data systems
• Lead the management and growth of the platforms and data related systems as new process systems are added to the facility, partnering with manufacturing process teams and other site groups.
• Support of 24/7 manufacturing process teams and other site groups in the interaction with Platform and Data related systems and related technologies, Lilly’s OT/IT integration layer, and end-point cyber security solutions
• Partner with Corporate Automation, Information Technology, and Information Security for global initiatives (including advanced data programs and cyber security) and life cycle management
• Perform audits and periodic assessments of the systems to ensure compliance with Global Quality and Engineering Standards

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related science/technical field
• 2+ years experience in automation platform system administration.
• Experience in Automation, Process Control, or Platform System Administration

Additional Skills/Preferences

• 5+ years experience in automation or process control
• Core knowledge related to ISE S95 and S88 principles and IT/Automation integration.
• Communicate effectively with internal customers, business partners, and leadership including written and visual presentations.
• Enthusiasm for changes, team spirit and flexibility
• Experience in Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk View SE HMI Platforms or related technology.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation PLC’s and other related automation technologies.
• Experience in a pharmaceutical or GMP industry.
• Experience working with validated systems.
• Experience in managing IT/OT platforms.
• Experience in Microsoft operating systems, virtual environments, and networking.
• Experience in databases and visualization.
• Experience in OSI/PI Data Historians 

Additional Information 

• This position will be based out of our Concord site (North Carolina)
• Schedule - 8 hour days - Monday through Friday, overtime and some weekend/holiday may be required for project and operational support.

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

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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