Validation Engineer/Scientist

About Lilly

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About the Role

The Validation Engineer/Scientist - Technical Services / Manufacturing Science (TS/MS) is a pivotal technical position designed to develop and support the validation of production equipment and systems at the Lilly Kenosha County site. This role provides essential technical leadership regarding temperature mapping, cleaning, and sterilization validation strategies to ensure the compliant start-up and manufacturing of parenteral drug products.

In this capacity, you will serve as a mentor within the TSMS team and engage in both upstream and external site activities related to validation. You will act as a key interface for cleaning and sterilization programs, collaborating with partners across the Parenteral Network and specific product supply chains. The role requires a deep understanding of the scientific principles governing parenteral manufacturing, including the interaction of chemistry, equipment, aseptic processes, and container closure systems. You will lead or support root cause investigations, analyze manufacturing data to identify trends and opportunities for continuous improvement, and ensure a safe working environment by actively participating in safety-related activities.

Hiring Process

Candidates interested in this position should submit their application through the Lilly careers portal. For individuals requiring accommodation to submit a resume or participate in the application process, please complete the accommodation request form available on the Lilly careers website.

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Compensation and Benefits

Actual compensation for this position will depend on a candidate's education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage range is $66,000 - $171,600. Full-time equivalent employees are eligible for a company bonus, depending in part on company and individual performance. Additionally, eligible employees participate in a comprehensive benefit program, including a company-sponsored 401(k), pension, vacation benefits, medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and well-being benefits such as the employee assistance program and fitness benefits. Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion.