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Principal - Engineer - Automation (Data & Platforms integration)

Eli Lilly and Company
August 23, 2026
On-site
Houston, TX
IT
Responsibilities
- Support design, delivery, validation, and system management of the site Data Historian and related system integration platforms for GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Lead system integrations and OEM activities for Aveva PI platforms, data centers, and site infrastructure; develop/maintain site administrative procedures to keep systems in a validated state.
- Provide system administration of site servers; support related automation platforms (process automation servers and DeltaV DCS).
- Develop/execute computer system qualification and testing strategies with Quality/Engineering/Facilities Delivery.
- Ensure CSV (computer system validation) documentation complies with standards/templates/EMDMS properties.
- Provide technical oversight for equipment/process system User Requirements and Design Review/Qualification documentation.
- Mentor/coaches others and build automation capabilities within the Houston site team.

Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline.
- 5+ years administering Aveva PI Data Historian (hardware design, software integration, system procedures).
- Experience with Windows Servers and virtual environments.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. full-time; Lilly does not sponsor visas.

Additional/Preferred Skills
- 3+ years pharmaceutical manufacturing preferred.
- Strong analytical, writing, and critical thinking skills.
- Experience with Kneat Validation and/or Veeva Vault (or similar).
- Ability to collaborate.

Additional Information
- Travel: <20% (domestic/international) for FAT, training, and system support.

Comp/Benefits (as stated)
- Anticipated wage: $66,000–$171,600; potential company bonus; eligibility for medical/dental/vision, 401(k), vacation, and other listed benefits.