Eli Lilly UK is seeking a Director of Engineering for Purification & Conjugation Technologies within their Bioproduct Research and Development team. The role focuses on providing technical leadership in the design and operation of manufacturing processes for drug substances, with an emphasis on downstream processing
Job Summary
The role provides technical leadership for the design, implementation, and lifecycle management of process equipment within the Bioprocess Pilot Plant.
Candidates will ensure facility fit for process technical transfers and advise on new manufacturing facility designs while maintaining cGMP compliance.
Eli Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), pension, and flexible benefits alongside a competitive salary range.
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Eli Lilly UK is seeking a Director of Engineering for Purification & Conjugation Technologies within their Bioproduct Research and Development team. The role focuses on providing technical leadership in the design and operation of manufacturing processes for drug substances, with an emphasis on downstream processing.
Salary
Base: $151,500 - $239,800; Bonus: Company bonus depending on performance; Benefits: Comprehensive program including 401(k), pension, medical, dental, vision
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
PhD in Chemical Engineering or related field
8+ years process development experience
Downstream processing unit operations expertise
Chromatography and filtration design
cGMP compliance and quality systems
Process control systems like Unicorn or DeltaV
Nice-to-have
Strong cross-functional communication skills
Experience with technology transfer strategies
Mentoring and knowledge transfer abilities
Holistic understanding of process operations
Ability to evaluate emerging technologies
Key Requirements
Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering with 8+ years experience
BS/MS in Chemical Engineering with 10-12+ years experience
Strong experience in biologics downstream processing