Validation Engineer

Azzur Group helps organizations start, scale, and sustain their growing enterprises. With nearly four decades of service to the life science community, we have become a trusted partner to the world's leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and healthcare companies, as well as their supply chain.

We are seeking a highly skilled CQV Engineer to join our consulting team. The CQV Engineer will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful commissioning, qualification, and validation of facilities, equipment, and processes in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, project management skills, and a thorough understanding of regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation:
• Develop and execute commissioning and qualification protocols, including Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ).
• Coordinate and oversee the installation, testing, and validation of equipment and systems.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines (FDA, EMA, etc.) and industry standards (GMP, GxP).
• Prepare and review validation documentation, including Validation Master Plans (VMP), User Requirement Specifications (URS), and risk assessments.
• Perform validation activities for processes, systems, and equipment, including writing and executing test plans and reports.
• Identify and resolve deviations and non-conformities, ensuring timely corrective actions.
• Communicate effectively with clients, project teams, and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of best practices and standard operating procedures (SOPs) in CQV activities.
• Stay current with industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory changes.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field. Advanced degrees are a plus.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in CQV engineering, preferably within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industries.
• Demonstrated experience with commissioning, qualification, and validation of complex systems and processes.
• Strong knowledge of CQV principles, practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in writing and reviewing technical documents and reports.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Certifications:

• CQV-related certifications (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Engineer) are preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Azzur Group is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a diverse culture in our workplace. We believe that promoting diversity plays an important role in developing top-quality talent, fostering greater innovation and creativity, and enhancing our relationships with customers and the communities in which we operate. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.