GMP Project Engineer: Equipment & Process Lead

Novartis; Noord-Brabant; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis in Baarle Nassau, Netherlands, is seeking a Project Engineer to lead site and global engineering projects in a GMP environment, translating technical insights into practical solutions and driving asset-based continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with cross-functional and global teams, handle multiple projects, and ensure safe, compliant delivery while advancing equipment reliability for patient safety and manufacturing excellence.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical, electrical, or mechatronics and experience in GMP manufacturing.
• At least three years of professional experience in pharmaceutical GMP manufacturing.
• Experience leading engineering projects from planning to execution.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with accuracy and independence.
• Strong structured problem-solving with a safety-focused approach.
• Fluent English communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead site engineering projects with cross-functional teams in GMP environment.
• Drive complex root cause investigations.
• Lead MTBF-driven projects.
• Manage engineering change assessments and lead change control processes.
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor projects from initiation to finish.
• Partner on capital investments, equipment validation, and process engineering.
• Collaborate with Global Novartis Engineering teams for standardization.
• Serve as second-line escalation for equipment failures.
• Reduce safety risks through simplification and error-proofing of machines.
• Drive continuous improvement from an asset perspective.

Skills

Project leadership

Multi-project handling

Problem solving

Safety-minded

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or mechatronics

Job description

Novartis in Baarle Nassau, Netherlands, is seeking a Project Engineer to lead site and global engineering projects in a GMP environment, translating technical insights into practical solutions and driving asset-based continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with cross-functional and global teams, handle multiple projects, and ensure safe, compliant delivery while advancing equipment reliability for patient safety and manufacturing excellence.