Technician II, Maintenance & Reliability (Electrical)

Novartis; North Carolina; On-site; USD 51,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis in Durham, NC seeks a Technician II, Maintenance & Reliability to keep critical manufacturing equipment safe, efficient, and reliable. The role involves hands-on maintenance, calibration, and continuous improvement within a highly regulated environment.

Required: state electrical license, high school diploma, 3–5 years in industrial electrical maintenance, PLC troubleshooting, and CMMS experience (SAP PM/Maximo). On-site, Mon-Fri shift; relocation not offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical degree, apprenticeship, or vocational training in Electrical Technology preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar).
• Experience with building automation systems (BAS/BMS).
• NFPA 70E, First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.
• Experience with CMMS software such as SAP PM, Maximo, or similar systems.

Responsibilities

• Work knowledge of electrical systems up to 480V or higher.
• Troubleshoot industrial controls, PLCs, and automation systems.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
• Follow arc flash safety, electrical safe work practices, and LOTO procedures.
• Operate electrical testing equipment (multimeters, insulation testers, voltage detectors).
• Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

Skills

Electrical knowledge up to 480V

Troubleshooting PLCs/controls

Electrical drawings reading

Safety procedures (LOTO/arc flash)

Electrical testing equipment

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Electrical Technical training / apprenticeship

Tools

SAP PM

Maximo

Job description

Job Description Summary

. Imagine being the expert who keeps life-changing therapies moving forward. As a Technician II, Maintenance & Reliability, you'll play a critical role in ensuring manufacturing equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably. Working in a highly regulated environment, you'll support maintenance, calibration, and continuous improvement activities that help deliver innovative medicines to patients. If you enjoy solving technical challenges, working hands-on with advanced equipment, and contributing to a mission that makes a meaningful difference, this is an opportunity to grow your career while creating lasting impact.

Job Description

#LI-Onsite

Location: Durham, NC

Shift schedule will be Monday-Friday 7am-3.30pm

Relocation Support: This role is based in Durham, NC. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible

Key Responsibilities:

• Working knowledge of electrical systems up to 480V or higher.
• Experience troubleshooting industrial controls, PLCs, and automation systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of arc flash safety, electrical safe work practices, and LOTO procedures.
• Proficient with electrical testing equipment, including multimeters, insulation testers, and voltage detectors.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

Essential Requirements:

• Valid State Electrical License (Journeyman or equivalent).
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical degree, apprenticeship, or vocational training in Electrical Technology preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
• Industrial manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotech, utility, or facility maintenance experience.
• PLC troubleshooting experience (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar).
• Experience with building automation systems (BAS/BMS).
• NFPA 70E, First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.
• Experience with CMMS software such as SAP PM, Maximo, or similar systems.

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary:

The salary for this position is expected to range between $37.02 and $68.75 per hourly.

The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.

US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Salary Range

$77,000.00 - $143,000.00

Skills Desired

• Architectural Engineering
• Business Networking
• Cooperation
• Efficiency (Inactive)
• Employee Wellness
• Equipment Testing
• General Hse Knowledge (Inactive)
• Heat Transfers
• HVAC (Heating Ventilation And Air Conditioning) (Inactive)
• Including Gdp (Inactive)
• Job Description (Inactive)
• Knowledge Of Gmp (Inactive)
• Manufacturing Production
• Mathematical Optimization
• Microsoft Word
• Outside Sales
• Physics
• Teamwork
• Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
• Troubleshooting Software