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Your Role: Process Automation Engineer

As a Process Automation Engineer, you will support the Clinton Manufacturing site by delivering and optimizing automation and control systems that drive safe, reliable, and efficient operations. In this role, you'll partner with cross-functional teams to plan, implement, and support Operational Technology (OT) solutions that improve quality, throughput, and cost while advancing the site's automation strategy and lifecycle management.

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide troubleshooting, maintenance, change management, and ongoing support for control systems (PLCs, HMIs, DeltaV, vision, etc.) to ensure reliable operations

• Lead and support small to medium automation projects, including planning, coordination of internal/contract resources, scheduling, and issue resolution

• Identify and implement process improvements and optimized control strategies to enhance safety, quality, and productivity

• Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Quality to ensure validated, compliant automation solutions that meet business requirements

• Train, mentor, and influence site teams to increase effective use of automation systems, data, and tools

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Controls, Automation, Computer/Control Systems, or related field)

• Required Experience: Experience with industrial control system programming and support (PLCs, HMIs, DCS such as DeltaV) in a manufacturing environment

• Top 2 skills: Strong project management and prioritization skills combined with excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration

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

• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (pharma, biotech, food, or similar)

• Knowledge of computer system validation (CSV) and change control practices

• Experience supporting Operational Technology (OT) lifecycle strategy and system upgrades

• Demonstrated ability to deliver automation-driven process improvements and business value

• Experience coordinating contractors and cross-functional project teams

Additional Information:

• Location: Clinton, IN - On-site manufacturing environment (24/7 support as business needs require)

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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

• Up to 6% 401K matching

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