Asset Lifecycle Specialist

The role of Asset Lifecycle Specialist at Novartis is based in Indianapolis, IN. While Novartis does not provide relocation assistance, interested candidates can apply.

About the Role

You will be responsible for shaping the performance of critical manufacturing and facility assets throughout their lifecycle, ensuring reliable operations that support the delivery of life-changing medicines. You will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to define smart lifecycle strategies, manage asset data, and support the site's transition to the Lean Digital Core.

Key Responsibilities

• Own manufacturing and facility assets across the full lifecycle, from design and qualification through decommissioning
• Create and maintain Sensor Risk Assessments to ensure accurate operating ranges and calibration requirements
• Develop asset management plans addressing replacement, recapitalization, and obsolescence risk
• Maintain accurate asset data and lifecycle documentation within CMMS and engineering systems
• Analyze equipment performance and failure data to identify trends and continuous improvement opportunities
• Support the site’s Lean Digital Core transition and enable maintenance system integration

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field preferred; associate degree with 3+ years of relevant experience considered
• Experience managing manufacturing or facility assets across the full lifecycle in a regulated environment
• Hands-on experience with commissioning and qualification of equipment and systems
• Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice requirements within a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting
• Experience maintaining asset data within a computerized maintenance management system or similar engineering systems
• Demonstrated ability to analyze equipment performance, failure data, and maintenance trends to drive improvements
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and maintenance teams

Desirable Requirements

• Experience supporting Good Manufacturing Practice production environments, preferably within the pharmaceutical industry, with aseptic manufacturing experience preferred
• Exposure to SAP S/4HANA and supporting Lean Digital Core transition initiatives, including preparing systems for maintenance integration

Salary Transparency

The 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 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.

Why Novartis

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 & 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 email to [email protected] 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.