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Get Access To All JobsAt 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.
The Engineering Automation Technician provides high-level automation, and controls support for OEM filling equipment (e.g., Optima, Fedegari, Franz Ziel, Körber, and Bausch&Stroebel), as well as associated processing, sterilization, and packaging systems. This role partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality to ensure automated filling lines operate safely, reliably, and in a qualified state. The technician serves as a key technical resource for troubleshooting; continuous improvement related to equipment and automation systems. The technician helps ensure that equipment is maintained in a qualified state, can be operated safely, and that maintenance is properly performed. This position requires developing expertise in production processes; c-GMP; and equipment-specific code and/or control system technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide first-line automation and controls support for OEM automated filling equipment to minimize downtime
- Troubleshoot PLC/HMI and automation hardware (sensors, vision systems, drives, instrumentation) and partner with Operations to safely restore equipment to service
- Investigate recurring faults and production delays
- Plan and execute equipment and automation improvements (upgrades, obsolescence planning, and small projects), including contractor/vendor coordination as needed
- Ensure automation work complies with safety requirements, cGMP, and site procedures
- Document and communicate issues, root causes, and corrective actions
- Support development of standard work, tools, and training to improve troubleshooting effectiveness and enablement across Operations and Engineering
- Create maintenance action plans and support periodic reviews of equipment condition and qualification state
Note: This role provides hands-on automation and engineering support and may require off-shift or on-call support based on business needs.
Required Qualifications
- Associate’s degree or higher in Automation, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent automation experience
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting highly automated manufacturing equipment (preferably filling, sterilization, or packaging systems)
- Working knowledge of PLC and HMI platforms (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley)
- Experience with industrial instrumentation, sensors, and electrical troubleshooting
- Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of automated equipment operation
- Ability to work cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality teams
- Strong documentation and communication skills
- Experience with CMMS systems (e.g., Maximo, SAP)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting OEM high-speed pharmaceutical filling equipment and/or sterilization, and inspection equipment
- Familiarity with GMP manufacturing environments
- Experience supporting servo systems and vision systems
- Prior involvement in equipment start-ups, FAT/SAT, or automation upgrades
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 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 proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, 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 are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups.
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$40.38 - $59.23
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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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.
The Engineering Automation Technician provides high-level automation, and controls support for OEM filling equipment (e.g., Optima, Fedegari, Franz Ziel, Körber, and Bausch&Stroebel), as well as associated processing, sterilization, and packaging systems. This role partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality to ensure automated filling lines operate safely, reliably, and in a qualified state. The technician serves as a key technical resource for troubleshooting; continuous improvement related to equipment and automation systems. The technician helps ensure that equipment is maintained in a qualified state, can be operated safely, and that maintenance is properly performed. This position requires developing expertise in production processes; c-GMP; and equipment-specific code and/or control system technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide first-line automation and controls support for OEM automated filling equipment to minimize downtime
- Troubleshoot PLC/HMI and automation hardware (sensors, vision systems, drives, instrumentation) and partner with Operations to safely restore equipment to service
- Investigate recurring faults and production delays
- Plan and execute equipment and automation improvements (upgrades, obsolescence planning, and small projects), including contractor/vendor coordination as needed
- Ensure automation work complies with safety requirements, cGMP, and site procedures
- Document and communicate issues, root causes, and corrective actions
- Support development of standard work, tools, and training to improve troubleshooting effectiveness and enablement across Operations and Engineering
- Create maintenance action plans and support periodic reviews of equipment condition and qualification state
Note: This role provides hands-on automation and engineering support and may require off-shift or on-call support based on business needs.
Required Qualifications
- Associate’s degree or higher in Automation, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent automation experience
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting highly automated manufacturing equipment (preferably filling, sterilization, or packaging systems)
- Working knowledge of PLC and HMI platforms (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley)
- Experience with industrial instrumentation, sensors, and electrical troubleshooting
- Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of automated equipment operation
- Ability to work cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality teams
- Strong documentation and communication skills
- Experience with CMMS systems (e.g., Maximo, SAP)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting OEM high-speed pharmaceutical filling equipment and/or sterilization, and inspection equipment
- Familiarity with GMP manufacturing environments
- Experience supporting servo systems and vision systems
- Prior involvement in equipment start-ups, FAT/SAT, or automation upgrades
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 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 proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, 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 are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups.
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$40.38 - $59.23
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Automation Technician
Verify your credentials translate correctly
A three-year Australian engineering or mechatronics degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year bachelor's for E-3 purposes. Have a credential evaluation ready before you apply so employers don't stall on sponsorship over degree recognition.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data for Automation Technician or Industrial Technician LCA filings. Employers who have filed before understand the process and won't need educating when you raise E-3 sponsorship in your interview.
Frame your role as a specialty occupation upfront
E-3 eligibility turns on whether the role requires a specific degree, not just any bachelor's. When applying, emphasize that your position involves PLC programming, SCADA systems, or robotics integration, not general maintenance work that any technician could perform.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for a clean handoff
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork. This keeps the process moving without placing an unfamiliar administrative burden on your new employer, which is often the reason sponsorship offers fall through.
Get your offer letter to specify degree requirements
The consular officer will review your offer letter to confirm the role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Ask your employer to state explicitly that a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or technical field is required, not just preferred, for the position.
Align your interview timeline with LCA processing
Your employer must file the LCA with DOL and receive certification before your consulate appointment. DOL typically certifies LCAs within seven working days, but factor this into your start date negotiation so there's no gap between your offer and your visa application.
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Find Automation Technician JobsAutomation Technician E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Automation Technician jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. You can filter by job title and see employers with a track record of sponsoring international workers. Standard job boards don't surface sponsorship eligibility, so you can spend weeks applying to roles where sponsorship was never on the table.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Automation Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It depends on how the role is defined. Automation Technician positions that require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics, or a related field, and that involve programming PLCs, configuring SCADA systems, or integrating robotic equipment, generally qualify. Roles framed as general maintenance or requiring only a trade certificate are unlikely to meet the specialty occupation standard USCIS applies to E-3 petitions.
How does the E-3 visa compare to H-1B for Automation Technician roles?
The E-3 is available exclusively to Australian citizens and has a 10,500 annual cap that has never been fully used, so there's no lottery and no waiting period. The H-1B involves a randomised lottery with a 25 to 30 percent selection rate and a mandatory October 1 start date. For an Automation Technician with a qualifying degree, the E-3 is a far more predictable path to a U.S. role.
What happens to my E-3 status if I change employers mid-year?
Your E-3 status is tied to a specific employer and role. If you change jobs, your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa before starting. There's no portability provision as there is with H-1B under AC21. Plan for a gap of at least two to four weeks between your last day and your first day while the new LCA is certified and your consulate appointment is scheduled.
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