Sr. Principal Quality Engineer

What Quality Engineering contributes to Cardinal Health Quality develops and implements quality policies, procedures, and processes to ensure products and services comply with regulatory standards and specifications. Quality Engineering manages product and service quality planning, evaluation and control. This job family works cross-functionally in the development and implementation of prevention-based methodologies used in designing, manufacturing, testing, and correction of products and services. This role would be accountable for developing and executing a standardized cleaning validation protocol for the LaVergne site, followed by deployment of the same protocol at the St. Louis site. Responsibilities CHPS is a multi-site FDA registered custom contract pharmaceutical packaging facility. Specific emphasis for this role is to: Develop and execute cleaning validation master plans, protocols, and reports. Design cleaning validation studies based on risk assessments and product/equipment characteristics. Establish scientifically justified acceptance criteria for residues and contaminants. Support lifecycle management of validated cleaning processes Qualifications 8-12 years of experience, preferred Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred Travel First 3 - 6 months will include a high level of travel After initial project travel will be around 15% - 25% of the time supporting both sites What is expected of you and others at this level Applies advanced knowledge and understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to manage a wide variety of projects Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals Recommends new practices, processes, metrics, or models Works on or may lead complex projects of large scope Projects may have significant and long-term impact Provides solutions which may set precedent Independently determines method for completion of new projects Receives guidance on overall project objectives Acts as a mentor to less experienced colleagues Anticipated salary range: $105,00 - $150,000 Bonus eligible: Yes Benefits Medical, dental and vision coverage Paid time off Health savings account (HSA) 401k savings plan Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Short- and long-term disability coverage Work-Life resources Paid parental leave Healthy lifestyle programs Application window anticipated to close: 09/10/2026 – if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible. The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity. Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr