Area Engineer – Small Molecule Building

Eli Lilly and Company

. Serve as the site Subject Matter Expert for the Small Molecules building and associated ancillary systems within FUME .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeLebanon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $67,500 - $173,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing Small Molecules building systems and ensuring compliance with industry standards, while driving continuous improvement and operational readiness. Proficient in engineering project management, including installation, qualification, and maintenance of pharmaceutical manufacturing systems.

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Bachelor's Degree In Engineering5+ Years Engineering Experience In FDA Regulated IndustryKnowledge Of cGMP PrinciplesExperience With CMMS, U/BMS And QMSStrong Technical Aptitude

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Hard Skills

Engineering Project ManagementInstallation And Commissioning Of EquipmentRoot Cause AnalysisContinuous Improvement InitiativesRisk Assessments Including FMEADevelopment Of URS And Test CasesMonitoring KPIs For ComplianceTroubleshooting Equipment FailuresAgile Engineering TechniquesUnderstanding Of Engineering Concepts

Soft Skills

Excellent Interpersonal SkillsWritten And Verbal Communication SkillsAbility To Train And Mentor Others

Tools & Technologies

CMMSU/BMSQMSData HistorianOffice Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical ManufacturingSmall MoleculesCGMPFDA RegulationsChemical Equipment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the site Subject Matter Expert for the Small Molecules building and associated ancillary systems within FUME
Assist with design, construction, commissioning, qualification, start-up and operational readiness of systems during the project phase
Oversee and maintain the Small Molecules building and ancillary systems during day-to-day operations
Maintain systems in a compliant, in-control and fit-for-use state
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and manage annual operating expenses and local capital investments
Act as the single point of contact for Small Molecules building residents and customers
Provide technical expertise for pharmaceutical manufacturing building systems and processes
Ensure assigned processes align with industry and Lilly standards
Support risk assessments, including FMEA
Lead or participate in projects and changes, including design, verification, project management, resource planning, budget adherence and IQ/OQ/PQ activities
Develop URS, test cases and other documentation for installation, qualification and start-up
Contribute to resource assessments, capital plans and expense budgets
Monitor systems and maintain KPIs for proper operation and compliance
Coordinate deviations, change controls and CAPAs with Operations, Process Engineering, Supply Chain, HSE and Quality Assurance
Implement maintenance and reliability techniques aligned with global engineering standards
Troubleshoot equipment failures, perform root cause analysis and guide operations personnel
Consult internal customers and provide notifications on critical utilities and equipment issues
Track and ensure completion of corrective and preventive maintenance activities
Provide technical assistance to FUME, HSE, Process Engineering and Operations personnel
Support internal and external inspections and investigations
Maintain effective communications with customer groups

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (prefer ME, MET, Chem E)
5+ years of direct engineering experience of building, utility and chemical equipment related systems and their use in a manufacturing setting in an FDA regulated industry
Previous start up experience for new building and chemical equipment related systems preferred
Understanding of agile engineering techniques used in the management of buildings, utilities and equipment preferred
Previous equipment installation / commissioning / qualification experience preferred
Engineering experience with manufacturing / chemical plant utilities preferred
Engineering related project management experience preferred
Experience with CMMS, U/BMS and QMS preferred
Demonstrated office software skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, UMS, data historian and collaboration sites
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of cGMP principles
Demonstrated high level of understanding of engineering concepts, 1st principles and engineering functional standards
Strong technical aptitude and ability to train and mentor others
Must work at the temporary location in Carmel, Indiana, and permanent location in Lebanon, Indiana

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company bonus depending, in part, on company and individual performance
Company-sponsored 401(k)
Pension
Vacation benefits
Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
Flexible benefits, including healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts
Life insurance and death benefits
Certain time off and leave of absence benefits
Well-being benefits, including employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities