OverviewIn this role you will lead small to medium engineering projects and site changes to ensure on-time delivery, quality, safety, and GMP compliance.

You will coordinate with local and global stakeholders, manage CAPEX processes, and act as the engineering reference for global initiatives at the site.

You will optimize equipment, utilities, and facilities design while driving continuous improvement and risk management.

This is a cross-functional, impact-oriented position at a leading pharma company with hybrid work options.

Compensaciones / Beneficiosinsurance plans retirement plans wellbeing resources global recognition programs adaptable and hybrid working options minimum of 14 weeks paid parental leave

ResponsabilidadesLead and coordinate small to medium engineering projects and site changes aligned with priorities and GMP requirements

Prepare, review, and approve project documentation (drawings, schedules, layouts, diagrams, calculations, datasheets, specs)

Own and support the local CAPEX process across definition, planning, reporting, and approvals

Serve as the local engineering reference for global technical projects and implement global initiatives at site

Align project strategies with local/global stakeholders for effective decision-making and smooth execution





Develop and manage vendor/contractor strategies including evaluations, coordination, and performance follow-up

Drive continuous improvement in design of equipment, utilities, and facilities for reliability, quality, safety, and efficiency

Support asset lifecycle management including FMEA, risk assessments, commissioning, qualification, change controls, ECARs, pCARs, and SOP maintenance

Requisitos principalesDegree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Experience in project engineering, CAPEX management, or similar in pharma/biotech or highly regulated industry

Proven project management capabilities (planning, execution, stakeholder coordination, risk management)

Solid knowledge of GMP, change control, commissioning, qualification, and technical documentation standards

Experience working with cross-functional teams, global stakeholders, vendors, contractors, and external service providers

Strong communication, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills with ability to manage multiple priorities

Fluency in Spanish and English (written and spoken)

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Project Management

CAPEX management

GMP compliance

📌 Project Engineer & Capital Expenditure (Capex) Lead - Zaragoza
🏢 Novartis
📍 Zaragoza