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Engineer, Downstream Technical Services

Eli Lilly and Company
September 22, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Indianapolis, IN
Operations
Role: Provide technical oversight for drug substance (DS) manufacturing in a clinical trials environment within Lilly's Bioprocess Development organization. Primary objectives include leading process tech transfers, ensuring cGMP compliance, troubleshooting production issues, and supporting process improvements for biologics at pilot scale. Responsibilities encompass process documentation, batch record review, process monitoring, and cross-functional collaboration with development, quality, automation, and operations teams. Requirements: Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related; 1+ year hands-on experience with large molecule protein purification at pilot scale; familiarity with tech transfers and cGMP environment; strong communication and problem-solving skills. Preferred skills include biotech/pharma experience, proficiency with DeltaV, PLCs, AKTA, or Unicorn systems, and knowledge of equipment validation. The position is based in Indianapolis, IN, with support for flexible hours outside standard shifts and occasional weekends, within a manufacturing environment. High-value specifics: biologics, process tech transfer, GMP manufacturing, pilot-scale drug substance production, cross-functional collaboration in clinical development.