Engineering Technician – Day Shift
Eli Lilly
- Location
- Concord, North Carolina, United States of America
- Employment
- Full Time
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Senior
- Posted
- Aug 13, 2026
About this role
At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us. Engineering Technician – Day Shift Organization Overview: At Lilly , we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, we are a global leader in healthcare, committed to discovering life-changing medicines, advancing disease management, and supporting our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We put people first and strive to make a meaningful impact every day.
Position
Summary: The Engineering Technician at our Concord, NC facility plays a key role in supporting Parenteral Operations, our customer, by ensuring the efficient setup and operation of Pre-Filled Syringe and Isolator Equipment. This position requires hands-on engineering maintenance expertise to assist with equipment setup, operational support, troubleshooting, repairs, and ongoing maintenance. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding of customer needs, collaborate effectively with internal teams, and provide responsive, courteous support. Success in this role requires technical proficiency, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Promote a safety-first, quality-always culture in all tasks and interactions Improve equipment uptime, line efficiency, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) Perform condition monitoring, troubleshooting, and provide operational support Diagnose and repair precision filling equipment with strong mechanical aptitude Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve equipment issues promptly Assist with equipment setup and changeovers to support production needs Adhere to all GMP and quality standards Must have the ability to quickly and accurately diagnose the root cause of a problem and properly implement corrective actions to minimize downtime Accurately document maintenance activities and corrective actions Support cross-functional tasks and assist outside primary responsibilities as needed Work independently and manage priorities under pressure Minimum Requirements: High School / GED minimum Visa Sponsorship: Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role, including but not limited to F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, J-1, H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, or L-1.
Basic Requirements
High school diploma or GED Minimum of 5 years’ experience in production maintenance Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role, including but not limited to F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, J-1, H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, or L-1.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on technical skills Proficient with basic hand tools Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and precision Familiarity with safety protocols and proper PPE usage Physically able to stand for extended periods Effective team player with strong interpersonal skills Associate’s degree or technical certification in a related field is a plus Knowledge of FDA and GMP regulations Experience operating high-speed, automated production equipment,