Engineer - Automation Engineering - AGV/AMR (Autonomous Guided Vehicles/Autonomous Mobile Robots)-Lilly Medicine Foundry
Eli Lilly and Company
August 22, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Lebanon, IN
Operations
Role: Automation Engineer specializing in AGV/AMR systems at Lilly's new Medicines Foundry, supporting advanced manufacturing and drug development. Responsibilities include providing automation support for material handling fleets, leading fleet management software implementation, designing traffic/navigation strategies, and collaborating with vendors and internal teams to optimize system performance. The engineer will mentor team members, oversee system validation, and support GMP operations during project delivery and startup phases. Requirements: B.S. in Engineering or related field, 2+ years' experience in operations or manufacturing, with exposure to automated material handling or robotics preferred. High-value: focus on AGV/AMR technologies (LiDAR, SLAM), integration with process control systems (SCADA, DCS, BMS), and experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing environments. Knowledge of GMP, validation, and safety standards is essential. Location: on-site at the new Indiana facility, with potential for cross-disciplinary collaboration during project phases; travel is not specified but likely involved during commissioning and vendor coordination.