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Engineer, IT Manufacturing

Elanco
4 hours ago
Remote friendly (Indianapolis, IN)
United States
IT
Engineer, IT Manufacturing (R0025422)

Responsibilities:
- Design, configure, and optimize Manufacturing Process Automation solutions to improve production workflows, cycle times, and data integrity.
- Provide frontline technical support for process automation platforms; troubleshoot system issues to ensure high availability for manufacturing and lab teams.
- Assist with integration between process automation platforms and other critical systems, including MES, LES, ERP (SAP), and shop-floor equipment (PLCs/SCADA).
- Execute and document computer system validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) to ensure systems remain compliant with GxP and data integrity requirements.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Science teams to gather requirements, provide technical updates, and deliver user training.

Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (e.g., Industrial, Chemical, Manufacturing, Computer Science) or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 1–3 years of hands-on experience in a GxP-regulated manufacturing environment (e.g., pharmaceutical, animal health).
- Familiarity with industrial automation concepts (PLCs/SCADA) and proficiency in a scripting language such as Python, JavaScript, or similar.

Preferred Qualifications:
- SQL experience for data queries and reporting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with computer system validation (CSV) and familiarity with DevSecOps concepts (CI/CD, Git).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and operational teams.

Additional Information:
- Travel: up to 25%
- Location: Global Elanco Headquarters – Indianapolis, IN (Hybrid work environment)

Benefits and Perks:
- Multiple relocation packages
- Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
- 8-week parental leave
- 9 Employee Resource Groups
- Annual bonus offering
- Flexible work arrangements
- Up to 6% 401K matching