MES Engineer

Role: MES Engineer supporting the startup and operational readiness of Lilly's new API manufacturing site in Houston, Texas, focusing on implementing and validating DeltaV MES solutions. Responsibilities: collaborate with site teams to gather requirements, configure MES recipes, workflows, electronic batch records, and interfaces with manufacturing systems; support validation activities including IQ/PQ; troubleshoot MES issues; develop documentation and training; ensure compliance with GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, and GAMP 5 standards; and support site go-live and hypercare phases. Requirements: Bachelor's in IT, Engineering, or related; 5+ years in MES system design, implementation, and validation; 3+ years in regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing; expertise with DeltaV Syncade/Master Batch Records; knowledge of cGMP, CSV, and validation standards; strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills. Preferred: experience with Tulip or other no-code/frontline platforms, distributed control systems like DeltaV, and supporting API or small molecule operations. Location: onsite in Houston, Texas.