CQV Engineer

Commissioning And Design Engineer

The client is seeking a Commissioning and Design Engineer to join their engineering and automation team for a pharmaceutical facility in Rensselaer, New York. This role involves supporting the full commissioning lifecycle of stainless-steel pressure vessels in a new facility, including design, FAT/SAT, IQ/OQ/PQ, and qualification activities. The engineer will act as an onsite SME, coordinating with vendors and cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution in a cleanroom/pharma environment.

Support the full commissioning lifecycle from detailed design through commissioning, FAT/SAT, IQ/OQ/PQ, and qualifications

Assist in commissioning stainless steel pressure vessels and associated systems

Work within engineering and automation teams to support new facility setup

Assist with vessel orders, construction, and installation activities

Act as onsite SME for pressure vessels and associated valves

Manage and coordinate with equipment vendors

Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams

Work on pressure vessel design in a pharmaceutical environment

Handle cleaning considerations in coordination with CIT and CIP teams

Support projects involving:

18 tanks per suite (36 total)

6 prep tanks and 12 hold tanks

Downstream distribution piping connected to chrome skids

Systems not using bags

Ensure effective communication and teamwork across functions

Bachelor's / 4-year degree in Engineering or similar field

7+ years of experience with the full commissioning lifecycle

Exposure or expertise in commissioning stainless steel pressure vessels

Fluent in controls on pressure vessels

Good communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Experience in pharma/life sciences or cleanroom environment

Experience working with and coordinating vendors