Novartis · 2 weeks ago
Site Engineering Head
Durham, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$132K/yr - $246K/yr
10+ years expNovartis is a leading pharmaceutical company seeking a Site Engineering Head to inspire and guide engineering teams in shaping site operations. The role focuses on driving innovation, ensuring operational excellence, and delivering safe and reliable technical solutions.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Lead and develop high-performing engineering teams to achieve strategic objectives
Ensure technical training and compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements
Drive asset reliability and maintenance efficiency across all site facilities and equipment
Oversee vendor and contractor management, ensuring effective partnerships and contract execution
Manage capital investment budgets and capital project portfolios, delivering projects on time and within scope
Champion continuous improvement and implement best practices in engineering processes
Support audits and inspections, maintaining readiness and adherence to safety standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent qualification
10+ years of relevant experience in a GMP environment
Proven leadership experience in managing large engineering teams and/or major capital projects
Strong project management skills, including contract and financial oversight
Excellent communication skills for presenting complex ideas to diverse audiences
In-depth technical knowledge of chemical or pharmaceutical processes and equipment
Demonstrated expertise in safety, compliance, and regulatory standards
Benefits
Health, life and disability benefits
A 401(k) with company contribution and match
A variety of other benefits
A generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves
Company
Novartis
Novartis is a pharmaceutical company that researches and develops medicines for serious diseases to improve and extend people's lives.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.49BKey Investors
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
2024-06-19Post Ipo Debt· $2.49B
2018-02-14Grant· $6.5M
2000-05-19IPO
Leadership Team
Daniel Grant
Vice President & Global Program Head
John von Brachel
VP, Head of Content Lab
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