MES Engineer
Eli Lilly and Company
September 30, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Concord, NC
IT
Role: MES Engineer supporting manufacturing execution systems in a GMP pharmaceutical environment, primarily based in Concord, North Carolina. Objectives include developing system expertise, supporting deployment, maintaining validation, and optimizing MES processes to meet business needs. Responsibilities encompass translating business requirements into technical solutions, supporting system validation, managing system lifecycle, and collaborating with global teams and third parties. Requirements: Bachelorβs in IT, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Science, or Engineering; 2+ years in IT, engineering, or GMP settings; experience with MES, such as PharmaSuite; strong communication skills bridging business and technical language; authorized to work full-time in the U.S. Preferred skills include prior GMP/pharma experience, knowledge of cybersecurity, validation, and risk-based decision-making. The role involves 10-15% travel, onsite in Concord, with occasional off-hours. High-value details: GMP manufacturing, pharmaceutical setting, manufacturing systems (MES), validation, and digital process optimization.