Automation Engineer– Plant Utilities

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.  About the   Katwijk   Site     This position starts with a 12-month contract, with the intention of offering a permanent contract based on mutual fit. ( Dienstverband :   tijdelijk   met   uitzicht   op vast)     Eli Lilly is investing €2.6 billion in a new   state-of-the-art   manufacturing facility in   Katwijk , Netherlands. This facility will produce oral medicines for cardiometabolic health, neuroscience, oncology, and immunology, incorporating next-generation manufacturing technologies including dock-to-dock automation, paperless manufacturing, and process analytical technology while achieving carbon neutrality and zero waste to landfills.

Overview   The   Automation   Engineer – Utilities   provides   automation support for   utilities systems   (Purified Water, Clean   In   Place, Steam,   Chiller Water etc)   at the   Katwijk   site. This role ensures the reliability, compliance, and continuous performance of   the   utilities   automation systems   from site startup through steady-state operations.   During the design and delivery of the project ,   this role will be integrated into the global automation team and then transition fully to a site-based process team position.

Partner with   Global   Automation and Global Facilities   D elivery to design, install, and qualify   util i ties   automation systems   Lead the integration of   the   utilities   automation   systems into the site data collection   and IT systems .   Manage and own the   utilities   automation   system security and data integrity.   Lead the management and growth of the   automation systems   as new   utilities   equipment is   added to the facility.   Partner with Corporate Automation for global initiatives including advanced data programs and cyber security.   Develop site procedures that will govern the   utilities   automation systems .   Qualifications & Requirements   E ducation   Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related science field   Professional fluency in English   Experience /Technical Knowledge   5+ years in   automation .   5 + years of experience   in pharmaceutical or other regulated industries.    3+ years of experience in GMP pharmaceutical utility systems automation including water, steam, and air generation and distribution is preferred.  Related manufacturing experience will be considered    Knowledge of GMPs, regulatory requirements, computer system validation.    Experience with Rockwell Automation   p latforms including FactoryTalk View SE distributed and ControlLogix/CompactLogix PLCs or other similar   a utomation technologies.     Additional Skills/Preferences   Knowledge   of   ISE S95 principles and IT/Automation integration.   Experience   with Data   Historians or related technology.   Experience in Microsoft operating systems, virtual environments, and networking.   Experience   with i nstallation of platform software on virtual servers .   Ability to interpret control wiring diagrams and process and instrumentation diagrams .   Interpersonal Skills   Excellent written and verbal communication skills for   internal customers, business partners, and leadership   Ability to collaborate with others.   Ability