Tech@Lilly MES System Engineer

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

At Lilly in Germany, we are currently planning and building a high-tech production facility in Alzey (Rhineland-Palatinate), which will expand our production of injectable drugs from 2027 and employ up to 1,000 specialists. To make the most of our innovative production site, we are looking for motivated reinforcements who, together with us, will ensure the supply of Lilly medicines in Germany, Europe, and worldwide, in line with the three Lilly values of "Excellence," "Integrity," and "Respect for People."

Path/Level: 

R1

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, R-path, 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.

Responsibilities:

As MES system engineer, your main function is to design, develop, implement, enhance, and maintain the MES software application that help optimize manufacturing processes, reduce errors, and increase efficiency, by integrating production operations with business systems. You will also play a key role as Process Team member to have direct ownership of the day-to-day operations at the manufacturing site representing the Tech@Lilly function. 

Key Objectives/Deliverables:

• You will bring your technical knowledge and experience to design, develop, implement, enhance, and maintain our MES solution that integrate production processes with business systems to optimize manufacturing efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Must have a strong understanding of Manufacturing processes and practices.
• Must have a combination of technical and soft skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement in manufacturing operations.
• Must conduct testing, troubleshooting, and ongoing maintenance of MES to ensure system reliability and accuracy of data. Must stay up to date with emerging trends in MES technologies.
• Must ensure documented processes and procedures are in place for all activities to meet quality and compliance standards. Experience with GMP regulations.
• Ensure MES system is in compliance with industry-specific regulations, such as FDA guidelines and GMP requirements, Lilly policy and procedures, and local procedures to maintain product quality and safety.
• Must have Strong Analytical and Problem-solving skills.
• Must have Excellent communication skills.
• Must effectively influence the business to drive value and to implement the appropriate digital solutions.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2+ years’ experience with an MES system (Rockwell Pharma suite preferred), preferably in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and articulate complex technical concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve technical issues related to MES systems, configurations, or integrations.
• Adaptability and flexibility to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment (Agile business value delivery mindset).

Additional Skills/Preferences:

• Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience working with MES technologies such as Rockwell Automation Pharma Suite, Emerson Syncade, Siemens Camstar, or Werum PAS-X.
• Expertise with programming languages such as C++, Java, Python, and SQL.
• Expertise with related technologies and standards, including ISA-95, OPC, and data historians.
• Expertise in integrating MES systems with other enterprise systems, such as ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), EWM (SAP Extended Warehouse Management System), SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition), and others, to ensure seamless data flow and system interoperability.
• Understanding of cybersecurity concepts and best practices related to MES technologies.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements in GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice), such as FDA regulations for pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in an agile and innovative environment, with experience using agile management tools such as Jira to streamline project workflows and enhance team collaboration and build solutions business value delivery driven through the entire lifecycle (designing, implementing, automating, modernizing, maintaining, and optimizing solutions).
• Experience with Computer System Validations.
• Experience with technical mentoring and developing technical team members.
• Exposure to international operations, diverse teams, global IT projects, or working in a global organization.
• Proficient in using ServiceNow for effective incidents and change management, ensuring seamless operations and minimal disruptions.
• Preferred experience in the pharmaceutical industry, leveraging skills to contribute to advancements in healthcare.
• Experienced in using testing tools such as HP-ALM and Jira to ensure the quality and reliability of software products.

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the job requirements at the time it was prepared.  The job requirements of any position may change over time and may include additional responsibilities not specifically described in the job description. For GMP purposes, the job description should be updated for significant changes.  As always, you should consult with your supervisor regarding your actual job responsibilities and any related duties that may be required for the position.

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