MES Engineer

At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve.

This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us.

Tech at Lilly MES Systems Engineer | Lilly Kenosha.

Position Summary:

Lilly is entering an exciting period of growth, and we are committed to delivering innovative medicines to patients around the world. This is an exciting once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art manufacturing site in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. The facility will utilize the latest technology to increase the company’s manufacturing capacity in parenteral (injectable) medications, device assembly and packaging operations. The Lilly Kenosha site will leverage use of high-tech equipment, advanced highly integrated and automated manufacturing systems, and have a focus on minimizing the impact to our environment.

• MES Solution Delivery:
  Bring your technical knowledge and experience to design, develop, implement, enhance, and maintain the MES solution that integrates production processes with business systems to optimize manufacturing efficiency, quality, and safety. Stay up to date with emerging trends in MES technologies.
• System Operations and Support:
  Conduct testing, troubleshooting, and ongoing maintenance of the MES to ensure system reliability and accuracy of data. As a Process Team member, take direct ownership of day-to-day MES operations at the manufacturing site, representing the Tech@Lilly function.
• Compliance and Quality:
  Ensure the MES is in compliance with industry-specific regulations, such as FDA guidelines and GMP requirements, Lilly policy and procedures, and local procedures to maintain product quality and safety. Ensure documented processes and procedures are in place for all activities to meet quality and compliance standards.
• Collaboration and Continuous Improvement:
  Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in manufacturing operations. Effectively influence the business to drive value and implement the appropriate digital solutions.

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field such as Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics/Automation Engineering, or Biomedical Engineering.
• Strong understanding of GxP manufacturing processes and practices.
• Experience working with MES technologies such as Master Control, Rockwell Automation Pharma Suite, Emerson Syncade, Siemens Camstar, or Werum PAS-X.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to identify and resolve technical issues related to MES systems, configurations, or integrations.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and articulate complex technical concepts.
• Adaptability and flexibility to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Expertise with related technologies and standards, including ISA‑95, OPC, and data historians.
• Experience integrating MES with other enterprise systems,…