Onsite Pharma Project Engineer: Lead Manufacturing Projects

U014 (FCRS = US014) Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation; Morris Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 99,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation in Morris Plains, NJ is seeking a Project Engineer to lead engineering projects from concept to closeout, partnering with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, quality, and regulatory compliance in a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting.

The role requires 4+ years of project management in a regulated environment and 3+ years in pharma, with strong stakeholder communication and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Pharmaceutical Technology, Architecture, or 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.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Documentation

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Pharmaceutical Technology/Architecture

Job description

Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation in Morris Plains, NJ is seeking a Project Engineer to lead engineering projects from concept to closeout, partnering with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, quality, and regulatory compliance in a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting.

The role requires 4+ years of project management in a regulated environment and 3+ years in pharma, with strong stakeholder communication and documentation skills.