Facility Project Engineer

Location: Puurs

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Salary Range:

€52,200.00 - €96,900.00

 

Band

Level 3

 

Job Description Summary

As a Facility Project Engineer at Novartis, you will contribute to the development and modernization of one of our largest manufacturing sites.
You will manage diverse projects including industrial buildings, cleanroom support infrastructure, office renovations, roofing, utilities, sustainability initiatives, and site infrastructure upgrades. This role offers the opportunity to combine technical expertise, stakeholder management, and project leadership in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment.

 

Job Description

Major accountabilities:

• Develop and manage civil and infrastructure projects within pharmaceutical manufacturing and research facilities. 

• Prepare technical concepts, feasibility studies, cost estimates, and project scopes. 

• Coordinate engineering activities with production, maintenance, quality, EHS, utilities, and external contractors. 

• Ensure project execution complies with GMP requirements, safety regulations, and applicable building codes. 

• Manage project timelines, budgets, procurement activities, and contractor performance. 

• Support all project phases from concept development through engineering, construction, commissioning, and handover. 

• Review technical drawings, specifications, calculations, and contractor deliverables. 

• Contribute to site master planning and support strategic investment projects. 

Essential Requirements 

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering (Construction), Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or equivalent. 

• Experience in civil, industrial, or infrastructure projects within a highly regulated industrial environment.

• Knowledge of construction methods, structural engineering principles and building regulations. 

• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously from concept through execution. 

• Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and external contractors. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Dutch and English. 

Desirable requirements:

• Pharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemical, food industries. 

• Industrial buildings, utilities, warehouses, cleanrooms, foundations, steel structures, roofing, HVAC support structures and site infrastructure projects. 

• CAPEX project management and contractor management. 

• Experience with AutoCAD and/or BIM-based design tools is an advantage. 

Rewards
 

At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together- and rewarding the people who make it happen.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range: 52.200 - 96.900 EUR.

The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed
periodically.

The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans,retirement
plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion/EEO:

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, Operational Excellence, Quality Compliance