Principal - Engineer - Automation (Data & Platforms integration)

Role: Principal Automation Engineer specializing in Data and Integration Platforms for Lilly’s new API manufacturing site in Houston, TX. Objectives include designing, validating, and supporting site automation systems, particularly the Aveva PI Data Historian and related integration platforms, to enable GMP manufacturing startup and ongoing operations. Responsibilities involve system design, validation planning, vendor oversight, system administration, and developing operational procedures aligned with cGMP and Lilly’s CSV standards. The role collaborates with Quality, Engineering, and external vendors, transitioning from corporate automation teams during project delivery to a site-based team for sustainment. Qualifications: Bachelor's in engineering or related field; 5+ years of Aveva PI Data Historian administration including hardware/software integration, system validation, and data integrity; experience with Windows Servers and virtual environments. Preferred: 3+ years in pharmaceutical manufacturing, familiarity with validation software (e.g., Kneat, Veeva Vault), strong analytical and communication skills, and ability to collaborate across functions. HighValue: support for GMP API production, system validation, site infrastructure, and process automation. WorkSetup: potential travel (<20%) for testing and training.