Process Engineer – Utilities and Environmental Control

Company: Eli Lilly and Company
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: June 24, 2025

Job Description:

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. Lilly Is currently constructing the Lilly Medicines Foundry in Lebanon, In. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of the startup team for a greenfield site. We are seeking engineers for Utilities and Environmental Control (ECU) to support the new Lilly Medicines Foundry in Lebanon. The engineers will be responsible for gray and clean utilities, Tank Farm Operations, Air Emissions Systems, and Solvent Recovery Systems. In the Project Delivery Phase and Startup Phase of the project (2025 To 2028), roles will be fluid and dynamic as we endeavor to support the project delivery, build a new organization, develop and implement the necessary systems and business processes required to support GMP operations and build the site culture. This will require significant collaboration, creativity and resilience as the Lilly Medicines Foundry goes from start-up to operational. Responsibilities Facility Start-Up: Provide Engineering Support to the Global Facility Delivery Team (Lilly’ Global Large Scale Capital Delivery Team) With A Strong Focus on Right First Time and on Schedule Facility Start-Up (E.G. Design Reviews, Process Safety Assessments, User Requirements, C&Q Support, Unit Operation Shakedown and Startup, Facility Operational Readiness) Define And Own Relevant Aspects of the Overall Integrated Operational Readiness Plan (E.G. SOP Development, Maintenance Strategy, Automation Optimization, Pre-Startup Safety Reviews, Alarm Requirements, Performance Qualification Requirements/Protocol Development, Etc.) Own the Qualified State of Equipment for Respective Area of Responsibility Develop And Implement Unit Operation and Equipment Control Strategy to Sustain and Optimize Utilities/Ecu Systems in Support of Manufacturing Operations Support Initial Operations Training Requirements as the Equipment and Area SME Facility Operations: Provide Engineering Support in Utilities Environmental Controls Operations Through Application of Mechanical and Chemical Engineering Fundamentals. Monitor, Assess and Document Equipment Performance to Maintain Ongoing Qualification. Develop and maintain the basis of safety for equipment as the need arises. Integrate Mechanistic Modelling, Process Simulation and Analysis into Current and Future Processes to Enhance Process Understanding and Control. Identify And Implement Continuous Improvement Opportunities Related to Equipment and Processes as Core Member of Cross-Functional Process Team. Apply Root Cause Analysis Techniques to Investigate Process and Equipment Issues and Deliver Robust and Sustainable Corrective and Preventative Actions Basic Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Chemical preferred) 3 years experience in utility operations/engineering consisting of multiple of the following services: water for injection, natural gas steam boilers, natural gas condensing hot water boilers, chillers, chilled water distribution systems, low temperature chilled glycol distribution systems, high temperature glycol distribution systems, compressed air, cooling towers, tank farms, emission controls, waste neutralization, and solvent recovery. Additional Skills/Preferences Deep Technical Interest and Understanding in the Field of Mechanical or Chemical Engineering. Strong Analytical and Problem Solving Skills. Ability To Work on Own Initiative and as Part of a Process Team Consisting of a Diverse Group of Management, Production, Science and Engineering Professionals. Creativity To Identify Improvement Opportunities and the Tenacity/Initiative to See Them Implemented. Guidance/Mentoring of Others Through Processes, including other engineers, management, and operators. Flexibility To Meet Business Needs and support 24/7/365 utility operations Other Information: Initial location at Lilly Technology Center, Indianapolis. Permanent location at the new Lilly Medicines Foundry in Lebanon, Indiana. Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form ( https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation ) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response. Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups. Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $64,500 - $167,200 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. WeAreLilly

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