This is a temporary contractor opportunity at Novartis
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Planned activities:
• Identify technical solutions (could be different solutions) based on problem statement from NVS process experts (FL’s / Scientists):
o Problem statements could include process related challenges but also challenges with the laboratory setup (e.g. missing media, infrastructure). In addition, problem statement could as well include optimization or adaptation of existing technical solution for new requirements.
o Problem statements could come from lab scale / bench scale processes) or pilot scale processes
o Problem statements come from non-GMP environment, aseptic / low bioburden environment, flow processes for protein products including organic solvents (like Octanol)
• Prepare technical requirement like equipment specifications or system requirements (e.g. as URS) for each of the technical solution(s) based on input from NVS process experts for respective problem statement(s)
• Identify potential vendors, suppliers, partners for the specific technical solution and work out with them the technical solution proposal for the problem statement.
• If needed / possible, drive and execute rapid prototyping of technical solutions (e.g. via 3D printing)
• Prepare cost assumptions / overview & timelines for delivery of technical solutions (including installation and FAT/SAT) allowing the NVS experts for joined decision on best fitting technical solution to implement (=engineering project).
• Prepare, review and approve drawings, lists, schedules, diagrams (P&ID), layouts (CAD layouts), calculations and datasheets in the respective engineering project.
• Own engineering project / project plan – including follow up with vendors, partners, suppliers to ensure that the engineering project complies with the required technical requirements as well as HSE and other requirements (such as ATEX). Ensure that project timelines and cost assumptions are met and communicates any deviation to NVS experts.
• Perform FAT / SAT / inspections at supplier for the technical solution / engineering project
• Perform commission activities including adaptations / optimization of local infrastructure / lab facilities (if needed).
• Manage project deficiencies and deviations with the suppliers / vendors and partners.
• Prepare technical documentation (based on supplier documentation) as well as all required local documents (e.g. HSE information, handling instructions, maintenance plans) for hand-over of technical solution / engineering project to the NVS process experts.
• Perform provisional and final handover of the technical solution / engineering project to NVS.
Requirements:
• Degree in engineering – mechanical / electrical engineering (Dipl. Ing. / M. Sc. / B. Sc.) or equivalent
• Fluent in English and proficient in local language.
• Min 5 years of experience in relevant industry (pharma, food, cosmetics) Engineering desired
• Proven experience in processing of pharmaceutical products, food or cosmetics
• Specific experiences in manufacturing of suspension-like systems preferred as well as experiences with products containing proteins
• Understanding of aseptic or bioburden-controlled processes preferred
• Understanding of ATEX guidelines as well as other Swiss HSE requirement for handling of organic solvents in lab / pilot scale environment required
• understanding of scale-up and scale-out approaches
• understanding of CAD and rapid prototyping with e.g. 3-D printing mandatory
• experiences with Novartis Basel preferred (including local partners like CBRE, NVS functions like procurement, NVS HSE guidelines and NVS PQS system)
• Team player with good communication skills, self-coordination and led by goal setting expected
• Enjoys practical work and develops technical solutions with certain degree of creativity and innovative mindset
• Good negotiation skills, planning skills and project management skills.
Workload: 100% (40 hours/week)
Role type: Onsite (1 day/week home office possible)
Contract: 12 months
Required start date: 1 September 2025
Why Novartis:
Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together?
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.
Accommodation:
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Magnit at directsourceproteam@prounlimited.com.
