Project Engineer

Novartis • Morris Plains, NJ

1d • $98,700 - $183,300 • Onsite

About The Position

Imagine leading projects that directly enable the delivery of life-changing medicines to patients around the world. As a Project Engineer at Novartis, you will take ownership of engineering projects from concept through completion, partnering with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, operational excellence, and compliance within a dynamic pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This is an exciting opportunity to make a measurable impact, influence key site initiatives, and help shape the future of manufacturing while growing your project leadership expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Pharmaceutical Technology, Architecture, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 4 years of engineering project management experience within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 3 years of pharmaceutical industry experience.
• Proven ability to manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and CAPEX investments.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating external contractors and vendors.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, HSE, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience managing Change Controls and supporting qualification and validation activities.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead small to medium-sized engineering projects from initiation through successful closeout.
• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements to achieve business objectives.
• Coordinate internal teams and external vendors to ensure seamless project execution.
• Monitor project risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain timelines and deliverables.
• Oversee contractor activities while ensuring compliance with safety and site requirements.
• Partner with Quality and Qualification teams to support project validation and documentation.
• Manage Change Controls and associated deliverables in support of project implementation.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, reports, and CAPEX approval packages.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, HSE, and regulatory requirements across all project activities.
• Support inspections, audits, and project handovers to ensure sustainable operational success.

Benefits

• performance-based cash incentive
• eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards
• health, life and disability benefits
• a 401(k) with company contribution and match
• generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level