Associate Director - DPEM Engineering & Reliability

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees worldwide work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those in need, improve disease understanding and management, and contribute to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We are committed to excellence and putting people first. We seek individuals who are determined to improve lives globally. Job Description: The Engineering Associate Director of Drug Products External Manufacturing (DPEM) provides engineering technical leadership for operations and commercialization activities within DPEM. DPEM manages the manufacturing and commercialization of drug products (DPs) at global contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs), including technology transfers of approved products. The scope covers all parenteral, packaging, and device assets. Responsibilities include technical transfer of new and ongoing products, ensuring equipment reliability, and supporting process engineering and automation. The role serves as the primary engineering contact with CMOs, overseeing maintenance, automation, process engineering, and continuous improvement initiatives to uphold safety, quality, cost, reliability, and capacity standards. The individual will coordinate with DPEM JPT, project teams, CMOs, and leadership to ensure project success and compliance. Responsibilities: Safety & Quality: Ensure safety and quality standards are maintained during all project phases and operations, including conducting assessments and audits at CMOs. People Leadership: Lead process engineering and automation teams, providing development, training, and technical support to CMs. Technical Excellence: Manage equipment reliability, technology transfers, and continuous improvements across parenteral, device, and packaging technologies. Operations & Commercialization: Oversee product tech transfers, ensure aseptic operation excellence, and lead process improvements at CMs. MRO Strategies: Develop and monitor maintenance, repair, and operations strategies to support manufacturing equipment. Procurement & Strategy: Oversee procurement activities, identify cost-saving opportunities, and enhance performance. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering (mechanical or chemical preferred) At least 5 years of experience in parenteral or device pharmaceutical manufacturing Leadership experience in team management or supervision Preferred Qualifications Experience with manufacturing equipment, validation, and cGMP guidelines Knowledge of process automation and equipment reliability Ability to collaborate with internal teams, CMs, and contractors Additional Information Travel required (25%) Lilly is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For assistance, please complete the accommodation request form. We are an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants regardless of age, race, gender, or other protected characteristics. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) support diverse communities and are open to all employees. Learn more about our ERGs, including groups for different regions, cultures, and identities. Compensation for this role is estimated between $118,500 and $173,800, based on experience and location. Employees are eligible for bonuses, comprehensive benefits, and participation in our 401(k) plan, among other perks. Lilly reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits policies as needed. Summary Locations: US (Indianapolis, IN); Spain (Alcobendas); France (Fegersheim); Italy (Sesto Fiorentino) Type: Full-time J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: sesto-fiorentino, IT

Posted Date: 4/30/2025