Job Description
The role of Validation Engineer involves supporting equipment, facility, and utility qualification activities, as well as requalification processes to ensure compliance with cGMP and quality requirements. The position requires assisting in the preparation and execution of Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ) protocols for equipment, facilities, and utilities, including related software. The engineer will support process validation and cleaning validation by providing product contact surface area, equipment qualification parameter ranges, and challenge test criteria to technical services.
ResponsibilitiesAssist in the preparation and execution of IQ/OQ/PQ protocols for equipment, facilities, utilities, and related software.Support process validation and cleaning validation by providing relevant parameters and criteria.Conduct field execution of validation deliverables, resolve deviations, and author reports.Assist in maintaining validation process improvement projects.Author, review, and update appropriate SOPs.Generate and update supporting documentation, such as P&IDs and equipment specifications, according to pharmaceutical industry standards.Work within cross-functional teams and effectively communicate progress to team members and validation management.Essential SkillsExperience in equipment validationKnowledge of solid dosage manufacturingUnderstanding of cGMP requirementsFacility qualification expertiseAdditional Skills & QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering or ScienceAt least 1 year of experience in equipment validationAt least 1 year of experience working in a solid dosage pharmaceutical companyWork Environment
The work environment consists of a team of 90 people onsite, including three members in the engineering team. The company recently moved to a new facility six months ago, providing an exciting opportunity to engage in new equipment and facility qualification projects.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $38.00/hr.
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 Cranbury,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2025.
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