At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!

As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People.

At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.

Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!

Your Role: Engineer, IT Manufacturing (R0025422)

As an Engineer in IT Manufacturing, you will be a key technical contributor to the digital heart of our global production facilities. You will be part of the IT Manufacturing team, specializing in implementing and supporting our Manufacturing Process Automation capabilities. This hands-on role is the critical bridge between our physical manufacturing processes and the digital systems that control and document them, ensuring our operations are efficient, compliant, and reliable in advancing Elanco's mission of Food and Companionship Enriching Life.

Your Responsibilities:

• Design, configure, and optimize Manufacturing Process Automation solutions to improve production workflows, cycle times, and data integrity.

• Provide frontline technical support for process automation platforms, troubleshooting system issues to ensure high availability for manufacturing and lab teams.

• Assist with the integration between process automation platforms and other critical systems, including MES, LES, ERP (SAP), and shop-floor equipment (PLCs/SCADA).

• Execute and document computer system validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) to ensure systems remain compliant with GxP and data integrity requirements.

• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Science teams to gather requirements, provide technical updates, and deliver user training.
  

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (e.g., Industrial, Chemical, Manufacturing, Computer Science), a related technical field, or equivalent level of practical experience.

• Required Experience: At least 1-3 years of hands-on experience in a GxP-regulated manufacturing environment (e.g., pharmaceutical, animal health).

• Top Skills: Familiarity with industrial automation concepts (PLCs/SCADA) and proficiency in a scripting language such as Python, Javascript, or similar.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

• Demonstrated experience with SQL for data queries and reporting to support troubleshooting and data extraction.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proven ability to systematically diagnose and resolve technical issues.

• Experience with computer system validation (CSV) and familiarity with DevSecOps concepts (CI/CD, Git).

• Proficiency with public cloud platforms, specifically Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working effectively across technical and operational teams.

Additional Information:

• Travel: Up to 25%

• Location: Global Elanco Headquarters - Indianapolis, IN - Hybrid Work Environment

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!

Elanco Benefits and Perks: We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:

• Multiple relocation packages

• Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)

• 8-week parental leave

• 9 Employee Resource Groups

• Annual bonus offering

• Flexible work arrangements

• Up to 6% 401K matching

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status

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