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Project Manager, Engineering - Capital Projects
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation · 🇺🇸 Morrisville
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One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 75 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 31 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles2 certified filings for “Senior Principal Product Service Manager” (Information Technology Project Managers) in NJ: $127k–$127k, median $127k. Most were filed at wage level III (100%) — 3 lottery entries, ≈46% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. The pay stated here ($108,500) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 75 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 31 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Job Description Summary Imagine leading high-impact capital projects that directly shape the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing. As a Project Manager, Engineering - Capital Projects, you will drive the execution of complex CAPEX initiatives from concept through commissioning, partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative engineering solutions that support operational excellence, GMP compliance, and business growth. This is an opportunity to make a visible impact, influence strategic investments, and help bring life-changing medicines to patients worldwide while working alongside talented engineering and manufacturing professionals. Job Description Location: • This position will be located in Morrisville, NC and will be an onsite role. • Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you. Key Responsibilities: • Lead CAPEX projects from concept through commissioning, ensuring delivery on scope, budget, and schedule. • Manage cross-functional teams to execute engineering projects supporting manufacturing and operational objectives. • Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource strategies to achieve successful outcomes. • Coordinate design, procurement, construction, and startup activities across multiple project phases. • Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, safety, and quality requirements throughout project execution. • Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimize operational impact. • Manage external contractors, vendors, and engineering partners to deliver high-quality results. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance facility performance, reliability, and efficiency. • Provide technical leadership and engineering expertise for complex manufacturing infrastructure projects. • Deliver clear project updates and recommendations to stakeholders, leadership teams, and business partners. Essential Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent technical discipline. • 7 years of engineering experience, including 2 years supporting CAPEX projects within the pharmaceutical or chemical industry. • Proven project management experience, including project controls, budgeting, scheduling, and contract management. • Strong knowledge of GMP, GxP, Quality Assurance, and regulated manufacturing environments. • Demonstrated leadership experience managing contractors, vendors, and external project resources. • Working knowledge of HSE requirements and commitment to maintaining safe project execution. • Broad interdisciplinary engineering knowledge with the ability to solve complex technical challenges. • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional project teams. Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The salary for this position is expected to range between $108,500 and $201,500 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 benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves. #LI-Onsite EEO Statement: The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportu