Medical Device Materials Engineer

India Job Openings

Lilly

Indianapolis

FULL TIME

November 22, 2024

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$123,750 - $181,500
Organization Overview

At Lilly, we serve an extraordinary purpose. We make a difference for people around the globe by discovering, developing and delivering medicines that help them live longer, healthier, more active lives. Not only do we deliver breakthrough medications, but you also can count on us to develop creative solutions to support communities through philanthropy and volunteerism.

Product Engineering is responsible for the global product design, specifications, materials, and technical agendas for Lilly devices and for providing technical support to global device manufacturing operations with interface to functional groups inside and outside IDM.

Key Objectives:

Act as subject matter expert for resins, adhesives, damping compounds, polymers and key materials used in the manufacture of pre-filled and re-usable pharmaceutical devices
Contribute materials engineering expertise to Manufacturing post-launch projects to ensure safe and reliable device performance and supply. Specific topics include: biocompatibility, materials selection, troubleshooting material failures, polymer durability, damping compounds and lubricants performance.
Effectively coordinate engineering recommendations with cross-functional teammates
Monitor and manage materials related Force Majeure that may impact device supply
Work closely with Development (DDCS) Materials Team to stay aligned on materials decisions and materials standards compliance (ISO 10993)
Independently manage and prioritize work between multiple device platforms and products
Act as Lilly sponsor for network partners that provide materials science deliverables including prioritization of activities and setting direction for issue resolution
Co-facilitate Materials Steering Team Forum in partnership with development
Develop and/or execute a wide variety of experimental plans with internal and external resources
Document results and conclusions; Good oral and written communication skills and experience
Maintain network of key resin and material testing external suppliers including following Lilly Confidentiality guidelines
Demonstrated scientific, engineering, and applied c GMP skills.
Knowledge of relevant material characteristics and their implications to applications
When relevant, presents technical information on projects, e.g. internal seminars or meetings
May represent department or company in interactions with internal and external committees or regulators, presentations, publications, or other professional activities
Problem solving and decision-making skills
Experience with technology transfer and due diligence inquiry
Fundamental knowledge and of risk analysis and risk analysis tools
Maintain expertise through continuous learning of new materials and new technologies.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor/Master's degree in Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or equivalent degree
5+ years of experience with materials engineering in highly regulated industry (medical device engineering preferred)
Knowledge of polymer materials chemistry, polymer processing (injection molding, extrusion), and polymer analysis (thermal methods, chemical methods, mechanical methods, rheological methods, surface analysis)

Additional Preferences:

Knowledge of lubricants and damping compounds
Experience in injection molded plastics
Knowledge in ISO10993 - Biological Evaluation of medical devices

Other Information:

Potential 10-15% Travel
Role is an on-site position with flexibility

Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form (https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.

Lilly 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.

Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and help our company develop talented individuals for future leadership roles. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, African American Network, Chinese Culture Network, Early Career Professionals, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinos at Lilly, PRIDE (LGBTQ + Allies), Veterans Leadership Network, Women’s Network, Working and Living with Disabilities. Learn more about all of our groups.

Full-time equivalent employees also will 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 company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); 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.

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