Senior Process Engineer, Lilly Medicine Foundry
Eli Lilly and Company
August 28, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Indianapolis, IN
Operations
Role: Small molecule Process Engineer supporting GMP API manufacturing at a new Lilly facility in Lebanon, IN, focusing on active pharmaceutical ingredient synthesis. Responsibilities: develop and optimize process knowledge, support equipment performance, perform impact and risk assessments, ensure compliance with cGMP and safety standards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quality, Tech Services, and Manufacturing. Qualifications: BS or MS in Chemical Engineering or related, minimum 2 years in pharma/chemical manufacturing, experience with unit operations (reaction, distillation, filtration), and familiarity with process control systems. Preferred: background in API production, familiarity with software tools like Aspen or DeltaV, strong analytical skills, and ability to work independently within a team. High-Value: API synthesis, GMP manufacturing, small molecule chemistry, supporting startup of a greenfield site, focus on process optimization, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Work setup: initial at Parkwood West, Indianapolis, with permanent location at Lilly Medicines Foundry in Lebanon, IN.