Validation Engineer

Job Title: Validation EngineerJob Description

This role involves providing advanced technical and engineering support for equipment and system initial validation and requalification. The engineer will be an integral part of teams focused on improving compliance and performance of plant systems, with a keen understanding of regulatory requirements for change control. The role includes coordinating HEPA filter integrity/velocity testing and critical air airflow pattern testing. A comprehensive understanding of cGMPs is essential, and the individual must become certified to enter controlled areas of the plant. The engineer will also provide direction to validation team members and contractors as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and participate in equipment requalifications according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), coordinating and communicating testing with affected functional groups.

• Execute validation studies, acting as a Project Manager, including protocol preparation, scheduling, execution, and final report preparation.

• Present results to Regulatory Agencies when necessary.

• Program, lead, and operate department instruments to perform controlled temperature/humidity chamber qualifications.

• Develop and improve validation programs to remain current with cGMPs and industry standards.

• Schedule and execute HEPA filter and critical area testing, and airflow pattern testing, using equipment such as smoke generators, photometers, and velocity meters.

• Represent the Validation department in teams responsible for specifying, installing, validating, troubleshooting, and maintaining systems and equipment.

• Conduct validation deviations and participate in deviation investigations to identify root causes and define corrective and preventative actions.

• Mentor lower-level engineers, professionals, and technician personnel.

Essential Skills

• Experience with validation protocols and process validation.

• Knowledge of Installation, Operational, and Performance Qualifications protocol generation and execution.

• Competency with standard office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Access).

• Understanding of cGMPs, industry guidance, and aseptic techniques.

• Familiarity with statistical analysis tools and methods.

• Knowledge of cGMP room classifications, HEPA filter testing, and airflow pattern testing tools and techniques.

• Experience in cGMP CA/PA, root cause analysis, risk assessment, and investigation tools and techniques.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with inspection machines and pharmaceutical equipment validation.

• Engineering background with a focus on validation.

Work Environment

The work environment involves working in controlled areas of the plant. The role requires wearing appropriate attire to comply with cGMP standards and may involve operating various testing instruments. Standard office applications are used frequently, and collaboration with various departments is essential.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Wilson, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $47.00 - $52.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wilson,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 2026.

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