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About the Katwijk Site
This position starts with a 12-month contract, with the intention of offering a permanent contract based on mutual fit. (Dienstverband: tijdelijk met uitzicht op vast)
Eli Lilly is investing €2.6 billion in a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Katwijk, Netherlands. This facility will produce oral medicines for cardiometabolic health, neuroscience, oncology, and immunology, incorporating next-generation manufacturing technologies including dock-to-dock automation, paperless manufacturing, and process analytical technology while achieving carbon neutrality and zero waste to landfills.
Position Overview
The Automation Data Systems Engineer supports the Aveva PI based Data Historian and other data systems at the Katwijk site. This role ensures the reliability, compliance, and continuous performance of the automation data systems from site startup through steady-state operations.
During the design and delivery of the project this role will be integrated into the global automation team and then transition fully to a site-based process team position.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with Corporate Automation, Automation Integrators, and Global Facilities delivery to design, install, and qualify the site Aveva PI based Data Historian and other data systems.
System Administration ownership of these data platforms post-delivery including user access controls, life cycle management, process improvements, data management, and system maintenance.
Manage and own the system security including data integrity.
Perform audits and periodic assessments of the data systems to ensure compliance with Global Quality and Engineering Standards.
Lead the management and growth of the data platforms and support of manufacturing process teams as new systems are added to the facility.
Partner with Corporate Automation, Information Technology, and Information Security for global initiatives and life cycle management.
Develop site procedures that will govern the Data Historian and other data systems.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related science field
Professional fluency in English
Experience/Technical Knowledge
5+ years in automation
5+ years in pharmaceutical or other regulated industries
Knowledge of GMPs, regulatory requirements, computer system validation.
3+ years of experience in Aveva PI Data Historian administration including hardware design, software integration, and system procedures.
Experience in Microsoft operating systems, virtual environments, and networking.
Experience in ISA S95 Manufacturing Enterprise IT/Automation integration principles.
Experience in managing IT/OT platforms.
Additional Skills/Preferences
Experience in IT Infrastructure and Networking
Experience in Citrix Application publishing
Experience in virtual environments (VMware)
Experience in manufacturing connectivity software (i.e., OPC Server such as Kepware, Matrikon)
Experience in relational enterprise databases (i.e., SQL Server).
Interpersonal Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for internal customers, business partners, and leadership
Ability to work with minimal supervision, manage competing priorities, and drive results in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Ability to collaborate with others.
Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
On-site Requirement
This is 100% full-time on-site role
Travel requirements
We typically expect travel to be 10-20% during the design and delivery phase for engineering meetings, training, and job shadowing opportunities.
Eli Lilly and Company | Katwijk, Netherlands
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Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
€67,500 - €99,000Full-time equivalent employees may also be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a pension plan; vacation benefits; eligibility for healthcare benefits; flexible benefits (if applicable) life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.
#WeAreLillySkills Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related science field
- Professional fluency in English
- At least 5 years of experience in automation
- At least 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical or other regulated industries
- Knowledge of GMPs, regulatory requirements, and computer system validation
- At least 3 years of AVEVA PI Data Historian administration experience, including hardware design, software integration, and system procedures
- Experience with Microsoft operating systems, virtual environments, and networking
- Experience with ISA S95 manufacturing enterprise IT/automation integration principles
- Experience managing IT/OT platforms
- Experience in IT infrastructure and networking
- Experience with Citrix application publishing
- Experience with VMware virtual environments
- Experience with manufacturing connectivity software such as Kepware or Matrikon OPC Server
- Experience with relational enterprise databases such as SQL Server
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, manage competing priorities, and drive results
- Ability to collaborate with others
- Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and organizational skills
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