Equipment responsible - Black utility

Novo Nordisk; Kalundborg; On-site; DKK 500,000 - 734,000; Full time

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Job summary

Novo Nordisk in Kalundborg seeks an Equipment Responsible to own Black utility systems and ensure compliant, qualified operations across the plant. You will bridge multiple disciplines, from project handover to steady-state operation, focusing on reliability and lifecycle integrity.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, documentation discipline, and proactive problem-solving within a highly regulated pharmaceutical setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in GMP-regulated environments with strong compliance, documentation and quality mindset.
• Experience with qualification, validation, commissioning, or project execution is an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to manage stakeholders across functions and cultures.
• Structured problem-solving and lifecycle ownership of utility systems.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments and complex facilities.

Responsibilities

• Take technical ownership of Black utility systems and ensure compliance, qualification and lifecycle integrity.
• Support commissioning, qualification, verification, equipment handover and startup activities.
• Maintain technical documentation, specifications and lifecycle plans; ensure inspection/audit readiness.
• Drive technical troubleshooting and SPS activities to improve reliability and performance.
• Support GMP-related activities including deviations, change management, investigations and audits.

Skills

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Education

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Mechanical Engineer

Process Engineer

Automation Engineer

Job description

Equipment Responsible

CMC Development | Kalundborg, Denmark

Are you motivated by taking ownership of Black utility systems that enable pharmaceutical production at scale?

Do you bring a professional mindset, strong technical judgement, and a desire to make a lasting impact in a highly regulated environment?

Join Novo Nordisk's Black Utility team in Kalundborg and play a key role in one of our largest production expansion projects. We are looking for a dedicated professional who thrives on responsibility, collaboration, and continuous improvement while helping establish robust utility operations that will support the production of life-changing medicines for years to come.

Your new role

As an Equipment Responsible, you will be responsible for the technical performance, compliance, and lifecycle management of Black utility systems supporting manufacturing operations. You will serve as a key technical owner, connecting multiple disciplines and ensuring reliable, compliant, and sustainable utility operations.

Initially, a significant part of your work will focus on project activities, supporting equipment handover, commissioning, qualification, and operational readiness. As the organisation transitions from project execution to daily operations, you will become a key contributor to the long-term reliability and performance of the facilities.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Taking technical ownership of utility systems and ensuring they remain compliant, qualified, and fit for purpose throughout their lifecycle.
• Supporting commissioning, qualification, verification, equipment handover, and start-up activities to ensure a smooth transition from project to operations.
• Maintaining technical documentation, specifications, lifecycle plans, and ensuring documentation remains inspection and audit ready.
• Driving technical troubleshooting, SPS activities, and structured problem-solving to improve reliability and operational performance.
• Supporting GMP-related activities including deviations, change requests, investigations, risk assessments, audits, and inspections.

Success in this role requires a proactive approach, strong collaboration skills, and the ability to balance operational priorities with technical and compliance requirements. You will work closely with colleagues across Production, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Automation, Process Support, Engineering, and the project organisation.

The utility portfolio includes systems related to Chilled Water, Heating Water, Compressed Air, Steam & Condensate, District Cooling, Process Ventilation, Vacuum Systems, Exhaust Systems, and Waste Systems.

Your new department

You will join the Black Utility team in Kalundborg, supporting one of Novo Nordisk's largest production investment projects.

The team is responsible for utility systems that underpin production and ensure stable supply to manufacturing operations. Combining engineering expertise, operational excellence, and strong collaboration, the department plays a vital role in establishing the future production infrastructure of Novo Nordisk.

Your Skills And Qualifications

We are looking for someone who combines technical expertise with a strong sense of ownership and professionalism. You are motivated by making a difference, enjoy taking responsibility, and are committed to delivering high-quality results in a regulated and complex environment.

To succeed in this role, we imagine that you have:

• A relevant technical degree such as Marine Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Process Engineer, Automation Engineer, or a similar engineering background. However, we are open to other educational backgrounds as well.
• Experience working within GMP-regulated environments and a strong understanding of compliance, documentation, and quality requirements.
• Experience supporting technical equipment, utility systems, manufacturing operations, or process facilities.
• Experience with qualification, validation, commissioning, or project execution activities is considered an advantage.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and cultures.

Beyond your technical background, you bring energy, commitment, and a professional approach to your work. You take ownership of challenges, build trust across functions, and remain focused on delivering sustainable solutions. You are structured and solution-oriented, motivated by learning and continuous development, and comfortable working with both technical and administrative responsibilities. Most importantly, you take pride in doing things right and contribute positively to the success of the wider team.

What We Offer

Salary: For this role, the Annual Base Salary ranges from 499,600 to 734,400 DKK (DK), corresponding to the level of the position.

The placement within the salary range will be assessed during the recruitment process based on the candidate’s skills, competencies, knowledge, and relevant experience.

Incentives and Benefits: The salary package may include short-term and/or long-term incentives as well as other employee benefits based on position level, location, functional area and relevant market benchmarks.

Learn more about our Reward Philosophy here: https://www.novonordisk.com/careers/working-at-novo-nordisk/total-rewards-benefits.html

Contact: For further information about the position, please contact Manager Rune Schwartz Vognsen at [e-mail] tlf: 3448 3381

Deadline: 30th of September

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.