Production Support Engineer

Novartis AG; Noord-Brabant; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis is seeking a Production Support Engineer to keep critical production equipment running smoothly in Baarle Nassau, Netherlands. The role starts in a three-shift pattern with a planned transition to five shifts as operations expand, and relocation is not covered.

You will troubleshoot, maintain, calibrate, and document activities while collaborating with manufacturing and quality teams to ensure safe, reliable operations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or a related field with relevant maintenance experience.
• Proven experience in maintenance and facility engineering within a production environment.
• Experience working in a regulated environment such as Good Manufacturing Practice.
• Strong technical skills in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and equipment maintenance.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to support reliable operation of production equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and implement timely, effective technical solutions.
• Execute inspection and calibration activities in line with defined protocols and standards.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to resolve technical challenges and align priorities.
• Manage spare parts administration in coordination with maintenance and reliability engineering.
• Contribute to continuous improvement through input on equipment and process enhancements.
• Develop technical documentation and support training for production operators where needed.

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Root Cause Analysis

Calibration

Documentation

Equipment Reliability

Tools

GMP

Job description

Band

Level 3

Job Description Summary

#LI-Onsite (The role will start in a three-shift pattern, with a planned transition to a five-shift schedule as operations expand.)
Location: Baarle Nassau, Netherlands
Relocation Support: This role is based in Baarle Nassau, Netherlands. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support:

Play a key role in keeping critical production equipment running smoothly. As a Production Support Engineer, you will ensure the reliability and integrity of manufacturing equipment in a regulated environment, working closely with manufacturing and quality teams to troubleshoot issues, perform maintenance, and improve processes that support safe and reliable operations. This is a hands-on role where your technical expertise and attention to detail will make a real difference every day.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to support reliable operation of production equipment.

• Troubleshoot equipment failures and implement timely, effective technical solutions.

• Execute inspection and calibration activities in line with defined protocols and standards.

• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to resolve technical challenges and align priorities.

• Manage spare parts administration in coordination with maintenance and reliability engineering.

• Contribute to continuous improvement through input on equipment and process enhancements.

• Develop technical documentation and support training for production operators where needed.

Essential Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or a related field with relevant maintenance experience.

• Proven experience in maintenance and facility engineering within a production environment.

• Experience working in a regulated environment such as Good Manufacturing Practice.

• Strong technical skills in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and equipment maintenance.

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Skills Desired

Business Continuity, Cost Management, Data Analytics and Digital, Decision Making, Engineering Operations Management, Engineering Technical Expertise, GDP Knowledge, gmp knowledge, HSE Knowledge, Manufacturing Process (Production), Operational Excellence, Problem Solving, Project Management, Quality Compliance, Resilience and Risk Management, Resource Planning and Forecasting, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Vendor Management