Process Engineer - Global Parenteral Program

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Eli Lilly is looking for a Process Engineer to support the Global Parenteral Program Team (GPP), a cross-functional group dedicated to supporting and harmonizing the aseptic filling lines of the parenteral syringe platform, which is expanding rapidly.

The figure, inserted in an international context, will be responsible for supporting the multiple lines of the PFS (Pre-Filled Syringes) global platform from a technical and strategic point of view. The latter currently consists of several production lines, distributed over different production sites (in Italy and the US).

Working with the GPP Team, local site groups, and equipment suppliers, the Process Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the completion of the design and validation phases of the equipment, as well as providing the appropriate support in the production start-up phase.

The role will require frequent and prolonged travel to Lilly sites located in the US.

Main responsibilities of the role:

• In-depth knowledge of parenteral processes and equipment (it will be a valued experience in pre-filled syringes production).

• Design of machine parts and software logic of the equipment (in collaboration with other team members and with the supplier's SME) with a view to bug fixes and continuous improvement.

• Support for troubleshooting activities and adequate technical coaching.

• Execution of tests, validation, and technical process studies.

• Production and review of technical and validation documentation, in accordance with cGMP.

• Knowledge sharing and on-the-floor training for members of the sites hosting the new production lines.

• Support for the execution of qualification/validation activities (FAT, SAT, PQ, CD, AFPT ...) at suppliers and sites.

• Management and prioritization of continuous improvement activities with a view to aligning and harmonizing the lines pertaining to the network.

Minimum requirements:

• BS in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electronic Engineering.

• Previous experience of at least 2+ years in pharmaceutical production, preferably pre-filled syringes filling lines.

Additional Preferences / Information:

• Filling equipment is the preferred experience, specifically isolators and PFS filling lines.

• High flexibility and teamwork attitude.

• Willingness to travel at least 30% of the time.

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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

$64,500 - $143,000

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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