Metrology & Maintenance Engineer

East Hanover, NJ - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 89600 - 166400

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Band

Level 3

Job Description Summary

This position will be located at East Hanover NJ site and will not have the ability to be located remotely. Please note that this role would not provide relocation and only local candidates will be considered.

Title: Metrology & Maintenance Engineer
The Metrology & Maintenance Engineer is responsible for executing asset lifecycle maintenance activities. This includes requalification calibration maintenance and repairs within their technical area of expertise. The goal is to ensure that all technical solutions are both reliable and cost-effective while meeting GMP regulatory requirements.

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Responsibilities
Maintenance and Calibration Management
Plan schedule and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance activities to ensure
equipment and utilities function reliably and efficiently.
Lead calibration activities for all critical instruments ensuring traceability accuracy and
compliance with industry standards.
Ensure all maintenance and calibration activities are documented and executed per GMP requirements.
Work Execution and Supervision
Oversee the execution of work orders ensuring timely completion and quality outcomes.
Supervise technicians and contractors providing guidance and ensuring adherence to
SOPs and safety protocols.
Maintain up-to-date and accurate documentation in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Maintenance Planning and Reliability
Develop and execute preventive and corrective maintenance plans prioritizing according
to risk and criticality.
Participate in reliability reviews and root cause failure analyses to drive continuous
improvement.
Supervise operational readiness activities for new or modified assets ensuring seamless
integration into production environments.
Technical Problem-Solving
Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for complex technical issues driving root cause
analysis and implementation of effective solutions.
Project Leadership
Lead or contribute to projects focused on equipment utility and facility improvements ensuring alignment with operational goals and lifecycle cost management.
GMP Regulatory Compliance and Standards
Maintain rigorous adherence to GMP guidelines in all maintenance and calibration
processes.
Develop implement and monitor standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure
regulatory compliance and best practices.
HSE Program Compliance
Champion Health Safety and Environmental (HSE) programs ensuring all maintenance
and calibration activities comply with safety and environmental standards.
Audit Support and Training Curriculum Ownership
Prepare for and participate in regulatory and quality audits addressing findings and
implementing corrective actions as needed.
Team Leadership and Development
Coach mentor and motivate team members fostering a collaborative and highperformance
work environment.

Job Description

Requirements:

10 years experience in Phamaceutical Industry (Cell & Gene Therapy Aseptic Processing
Facility and GMP Lab equipment experience preferred)
Functional Breadth GMP Facility asset lifecycle requirements
Collaborating across boundaries
Lab Equipment PM & Calibration Operations Management and Execution

The salary for this position is expected to range between $89600 and $166400 per year. 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 addition employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation personal days holidays and other leaves.

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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 gender national origin age sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital or veteran status disability or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

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 in order to perform the essential functions of a position please send an e-mail to call 1 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Range

$89600.00 - $166400.00

Skills Desired

Agile (Programming Methodology) Architectural Engineering Aws (Amazon Web Services) Business Continuity Business Networking Change Control Computer Science Construction Management Cost Management Flexibility General Hse Knowledge HVAC (Heating Ventilation And Air Conditioning) Including Gdp Installations (Computer Programs) Knowledge Of Capa Knowledge Of Gmp Knowledge Of Relevant Tools And Systems Manufacturing Production Project Commissioning Project Engineering Project Execution Risk Management Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Software Development Total Productive Maintenance

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