Asset Lifecycle Specialist

Job description

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United StatesRelocation Support: This role is based in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States.

Novartis is unable to offer relocation support

please only apply if accessible.In this role, you will shape how critical manufacturing and facility assets perform across their entire lifecycle—helping ensure reliable operations that ultimately support the delivery of life‑changing medicines. As an Asset Lifecycle Specialist, you will partner across engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to define smart lifecycle strategies while ensuring compliance with both process and calibration requirements.

You will also play a key role in helping the site transition to the Lean Digital Core by strengthening asset data, enabling maintenance integration, and supporting digital‑ready systems. Through this work, you will directly influence safety, regulatory compliance, asset reliability, and long‑term value.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn manufacturing and facility assets across the full lifecycle, from design and qualification through decommissioningDefine and execute asset lifecycle strategies to optimize reliability, availability, and total cost of ownershipCreate and maintain

Sensor Risk Assessments to ensure accurate operating ranges and calibration requirementsDevelop asset management plans addressing replacement, recapitalization, and obsolescence riskMaintain accurate asset data and lifecycle documentation within CMMS and engineering systemsAnalyze equipment performance and failure data to identify trends and continuous improvement opportunitiesSupport the site’s Lean Digital Core transition and enable maintenance system integrationEssential

RequirementsBachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field preferred; associate degree considered with 3+ years of relevant experienceExperience managing manufacturing or facility assets across the full lifecycle in a regulated environmentHands‑on experience with commissioning and qualification of equipment and systemsWorking knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice requirements within a pharmaceutical manufacturing settingExperience maintaining asset data within a computerized maintenance management system or similar engineering systemsDemonstrated ability to analyze equipment performance, failure data, and maintenance trends to drive improvementsStrong cross‑functional collaboration skills with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and maintenance teamsDesirable

RequirementsExperience supporting Good Manufacturing Practice production environments, preferably within the pharmaceutical industry, with aseptic manufacturing experience preferredExposure to SAP S/4HANA and supporting Lean Digital Core transition initiatives, including preparing systems for maintenance integrationSalary TransparencyThe pay range for this position is expected to be between $98,700 and $183,300 per year.

The final salary offered will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and geographic location, and will be reviewed periodically upon joining Novartis. Novartis may adjust 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.

U.S.‑based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package, including health, life, and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a generous time‑off program.To learn more about the culture, rewards and benefits we offer our people click here.#LI-Onsite