Process Engineer II, Indy Isotopes

Novartis

Last Updated: 8/22/2026 5:10:32 AM

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Current Days Open
11
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$93,800.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$174,200.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
N/A
First Seen
8/12/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$93,800.00 (Yearly)
8/22/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$174,200.00 (Yearly)
8/22/2026

Full Job Description

Job Description Summary Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Are you passionate about solving complex engineering challenges in a highly regulated manufacturing environment? As a Process Engineer II, you will play a vital role in supporting the launch and ongoing success of Novartis' new Isotopes Manufacturing site in Indianapolis. You will help ensure reliable operation, optimization, and continuous improvement of critical manufacturing systems that support the production of innovative therapies for patients. Working within a fast-paced environment, you will apply your engineering expertise to equipment lifecycle management, technical investigations, qualifications, maintenance programs, and process improvements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence, compliance, and performance. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing site, expand your technical expertise, and help shape the future of advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing. Job Description Key Responsibilities Support the startup and long-term success of the new Isotopes Manufacturing site through engineering excellence. Maintain equipment and instrument inventories to support reliable and compliant manufacturing operations. Assist with engineering change activities, including change requests, implementation activities, and documentation support. Execute qualification protocols and support validation activities for manufacturing equipment and systems. Support investigations of equipment issues, deviations, and technical challenges to ensure timely resolution and compliance. Partner with cross-functional teams to optimize equipment performance, reliability, and process efficiency. Support audits, commissioning activities, and engineering documentation within a regulated manufacturing environment. Essential Requirements Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field. Minimum 3 years of maintenance, automation, engineering, or equivalent technical support experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related industry. Demonstrated project management and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot technical and equipment-related issues. Strong organizational, planning, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Commitment to following GMPs requirements, site procedures, and applicable quality and regulatory standards. (For example: OSHA, DEA, FDA, EMEA, ANVISA, HS&E, etc.) Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and computerized systems used in regulated manufacturing environments, including Building Management Systems,and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems. Ability to climb ladders and lift up to 50 pounds as required. Desirable Requirements Experience operating or supporting containment isolator manufacturing systems. Training or experience in radiochemistry, radiopharmacy, or radiation safety. The salary for this position is expected to range between $93,800 and $174,200 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 benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves. To learn more about the culture, rewards and benefits we offer our people click here. #LI-Onsite 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 us.reasonableaccommodations@novartis.com or call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message. Salary Range $93,800.00 - $174,200.00 Skills Desired Business Continuity, Cost Management, Operational Excellence, Quality Compliance Improving the lives of people living with disease takes more than innovative science. It takes a focus on the needs of people and a community committed to meeting them. It takes a team of people like you. Working together. Learning together. Thriving together. Discover how you can join us in changing peoples lives. Novartis is aware of employment scams which make false use of our company name or leaders names or recruiters names to defraud job seekers. Novartis does not make job offers without interview and never asks candidates for money. If you have encountered a job posting or been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent, we strongly recommend you do not respond, send money or personal information. Novartis is not responsible for any claims, losses, damages, or expenses resulting from scams. In the context of China Cross-Border Data Transfer (CBDT) policy, if you need to apply for a position in China, please go to the local Recruiting System TaleNov .

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