Lab Systems Engineer - Automation

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Job Description - Lab Systems Engineer - Automation

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Position Description:

The Global MQ Tech@Lilly Labs group is a central group designing, validating, supporting and providing consultancy over the systems in scope. Within this function, the System Engineer is accountable for the design, development, implementation, enhancement, and maintenance of the various software applications that help optimize lab and /or manufacturing processes, reduce errors, and increase efficiency, by integrating production operations with business systems. This position will partner and take direction from the assigned System Architect who is accountable for the broader global design for QC lab programs.

How you will succeed:

• You will bring your technical knowledge and experience to design, develop, implement, enhance, and maintain applicable computer systems, integration functionality and security software, specifically on the Automation space within the QC Lab systems space.
• Must have a strong understanding of GMP processes related to manufacturing and lab applications.
• Must have a combination of technical and soft skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement in to manufacturing and lab operations.
• Must conduct testing, troubleshooting, and ongoing maintenance of assigned applications to ensure system reliability and accuracy of data.
• Must ensure documented processes and procedures are in place for all activities to meet quality and compliance standards. Experience with 21 CFR Part 11, Sarbanes Oxley, GxP, privacy data practices, local and corporate policies
• Must have Strong Analytical and Problem-solving skills.
• Must have Excellent communication skills.
• Identify, recommend and implement automated solutions to address QC laboratory or manufacturing operations. Execute with precision, speed, and simplicity, ensuring compliance with Computer Systems Validation policies, standards, procedures and practices. Train and assist business users in proper use of applications and computerized systems.
• Serve as a liaison between local and corporate systems groups, cross-functional or cross-site teams, as requested, interfacing with system owners, Tech@Lilly, QC, QA, Manufacturing, vendors and other relevant functional areas. Build enterprise and cross-site connections to ensure integration and results.
• Stay active and current in business technology trends, direction and innovation related to business process and technology areas of focus by participating in external forums, conferences and other venues as necessary.
• Ensure compliance to corporate and site policies and procedures to be audit ready, mitigate risk and follow quality management practices. Support and abide by applicable Lilly policies as indicated in the Lilly Red Book and other company policies and procedures. All corporate compliance training requirements must be met as required and defined.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience working with lab systems.

Additional Preferred Requirements:

• Experience with GMP system interface technologies (ie EDGE; xml, IoT integration, PDF parsing etc..).
• Experience with Automation and Robotics within the QC Laboratory space.
• Experience with basic programming languages required to export/transform data-. E.g: programming languages such as C++, Java, Python, and SQL.
• Understanding of cybersecurity concepts and best practices related to data and operating system security.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and articulate complex technical concepts.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve complex technical issues.
• Adaptability and flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Other Information:

Travel to US or other Lilly entities may be required.

After hours support due to manufacturing 24/7 operations may be required

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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
$63,750 - $180,400

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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