Site Robotics Strategic Lead

Band

Level 4

Job Description Summary

Help shape the future of manufacturing through robotics innovation. As the Site Robotics Strategic Lead you will drive the strategy evaluation and deployment of advanced robotics technologies that enhance productivity accelerate innovation and support operational excellence across manufacturing operations. Working with global stakeholders vendors and site teams you will transform emerging technologies into scalable GMP-compliant solutions that deliver measurable business value.

Job Description

Location:

• This position will be located in Durham NC and will be an onsite role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the site robotics technology strategy aligned with manufacturing and business objectives.
• Define and harmonize robotics standards requirements and roadmaps across shared work centers.
• Own and maintain User Requirement Specifications (URS) for robotics technologies and platforms.
• Lead evaluation and deployment of emerging robotics solutions including computer vision and physical AI.
• Translate innovative technologies into scalable site-ready solutions that deliver measurable value.
• Manage the robotics technology catalog ensuring accuracy readiness and governance of approved solutions.
• Assess vendor capabilities and partner with Procurement to select and manage strategic suppliers.
• Drive pilot programs and technology adoption through collaboration with site and global stakeholders.
• Present roadmap progress technology recommendations and project outcomes to leadership forums.
• Ensure robotics solutions comply with GMP GxP cybersecurity and quality system requirements.

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Robotics Automation Mechatronics Engineering Computer Science or a related technical field.
• 7 years of experience in industrial robotics automation or advanced manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience leading robotics or automation projects from concept through deployment.
• Strong knowledge of robotics systems automation architectures and manufacturing technologies.
• Experience developing technical standards URS documentation and technology roadmaps.
• Understanding of GMP GxP validation data integrity and quality system requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive technology adoption.
• Strong communication analytical problem-solving and project management skills.

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary:

The salary for this position is expected to range between $108500 and $201500 annually

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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Range

$108500.00 - $201500.00

Skills Desired

Business Continuity Cost Management Decision Making Operational Excellence Problem Solving Project Management Quality Compliance Risk Management Stakeholder Management Vendor Management