Role Overview:This role involves performing end-to-end reimaging and operating system upgrades for LACE systems, supporting phased upgrade waves across various laboratory locations. The engineer will be responsible for developing PowerShell automation, integrating LACE systems into the enterprise environment, and configuring Waters Empower CDS, along with enabling chromatography instruments for reliable data acquisition.
Key Responsibilities:- Perform end to end reimaging and operating system upgrades of LACE systems using standardized enterprise build procedures, supporting phased upgrade waves across multiple laboratory locations
- Develop and execute Windows PowerShell automation to standardize LACE builds, accelerate deployment, reduce manual effort, and enforce configuration consistency
- Integrate LACE systems into the Lilly enterprise environment by joining Active Directory domains, configuring network settings, establishing required network bridges
- Install, configure, and validate Waters Empower CDS on LACE systems, including system registration, database connectivity, and post reimage Empower system reassociation
- Enable and configure chromatography instruments (LC, GC, detectors, etc.) through LACE and integrate them with Empower for reliable instrument control and data acquisition
- Execute post build validation and readiness checks, provide technical documentation and status reporting, and collaborate with Global Laboratory IT, vendors, and local lab teams to meet delivery milestones
Required Skills:- Strong hands on experience with Windows OS deployment, reimaging, and upgrades
- Advanced Windows PowerShell scripting for system automation
- Demonstrated experience supporting Waters Empower CDS and LACE environments
- Solid understanding of chromatography instrument connectivity via LACE
- Strong networking fundamentals like IP Addressing, DNS, Network Bridging
- Ability to independently troubleshoot OS, network, Empower, and instrument issues
- Knowledge on ALM and Service Now
Qualifications:Preferred Skills:- Prior experience supporting Eli Lilly or similar global pharma environments
- Familiarity with GxP, CSV, and validation aware system builds
- Experience managing or supporting large LACE fleets (100+ systems)
- Exposure to instruments from Agilent, Thermo, Waters, or similar vendors
- Knowledge of Empower upgrades, system recreation, or multi site deployments
