Validation Engineer

Headquartered in Nashville, TN – one of the fastest-growing and most exciting cities in the United States – August Bioservices is a privately-owned, high-growth, and high-impact Contract Development Manufacturing Organization (CDMO). As a US-based outsourcing partner that provides a wide array of expert drug discovery, drug formulation, and drug manufacturing services to pharma and biotech companies of all sizes, we play a vital role in the global pharmaceutical industry. Our work is instrumental in helping to develop molecules today that can become the life-changing therapies of tomorrow. To support our growth plans, August is investing significant capital in a two-phase expansion project – including building a new state-of-the-art facility adjacent to our current facility. For those seeking dynamic opportunities, rewarding career paths and a chance to make a difference in global health, come grow with August! August Bioservices is looking for a Validation Engineer team member that is passionate and driven regarding their work. August Bioservices is in need of a motivated individual to provide their expertise in the delivery of results for the company and its clients. Reporting to the Supervisor of Validation, the Validation Engineer will be responsible for performing validation related tasks for the Nashville site. The Validation Engineer independently performs validation tasks to serve company and customer needs and to be in compliance with cGMPs. Responsibilities Prepares validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) and final reports for equipment and processes; Oversees validation and revalidation studies for protocol compliance; Develops validation acceptance criteria; Performs validation fieldwork on an as‑needed basis; Writes and revises Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); Recommends validation procedural and test improvements; Plan, track, and perform validation projects; Maintain current validation project schedules; Provide training for contract validation personnel; Review critical equipment drawings from a Validation perspective; Review and summarize equipment history files to assess the validated state of equipment; Proactively identifies potential obstacles to successful project completion. Establishes remediation plans to overcome these obstacles; and Participates as validation representative on failure investigation teams. Requirements BS in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering or other related discipline. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: 2-5 years of experience with BS in Pharmaceutical, Biological or Biotech industry; hands‑on experience in manufacturing operations or pilot lab / scale‑up operations. At August Bioservices, Our Credo is our culture. Everything we do, we do with great care. We believe in the promise of discovery and the power of science to transform lives. We assert that excellence is not a static destination, but a standard, and an every‑day measuring stick of our advancement. We aspire to unlock the potential in every person, every process and every molecule – from start to finish. We are committed to doing the right thing the first time and every time, meeting or exceeding all regulatory requirements. We strive to be exceptional, preferred and indispensable partners for our customers; responsible and engaged citizens within our communities; and active, mindful stewards of our environment. We are August Bioservices. We are pointing the way forward. If this sounds like your kind of working environment, we want you on our team! August Bioservices is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. August Bioservices does not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr