Validation Engineer

Overview

CAI is a professional services company established in 1996 that has grown to nearly 800 people worldwide. For mission-critical and regulated industries needing to deliver essential solutions in high-stakes environments, we provide accelerated operational readiness and unparalleled performance at the highest standard—through our rigorous approach, field-tested processes, and elite expertise developed over 30 years.

Our purpose is to be the trusted solution for our clients as they strive to build a better working world and improve the human experience.

Our foundational principles guide our work: integrity, service to each other and to society, a commitment to excellence, and a focus on how work will be done in the future.

• Technical Responsibilities:
  Develop documentation for CQV activities; write and execute protocols (field verification); develop summary reports at client sites.
• Areas of Focus:
  Pharmaceutical facilities; utilities; equipment.
• Project & Team Management:
  Plan and coordinate work; direct small teams in document development and/or execution.

• Bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–4 years’ experience in commissioning and qualification in a regulated industry.
• Familiarity with ISPE Baseline Guide 5 (Second Edition) is a plus.
• Preferred experience in facilities and equipment startup; walk-downs and troubleshooting; utilities (WFI, RO, HVAC); upstream/downstream processing; purification, recovery; building automation; pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.

• Influence Strategy:
  Pursues initiatives aligned with organizational strategy; identifies strategic, innovative solutions; anticipates emerging customer/market needs.
• Satisfy the Customer:
  Understands and anticipates customer needs; delivers high-quality solutions and service; proactively maintains satisfaction and loyalty.
• Plan for Success:
  Aligns business strategies with actionable plans; anticipates risks and builds contingency plans; secures resources for goal achievement.
• Pursue Execution:
  Prioritizes time and resources effectively; holds self and others accountable; acts to overcome obstacles and improve quality.
• Tailor Communication:
  Communicates clearly and professionally; adjusts style to fit the audience; explains technical concepts effectively.
• Build Partnerships:
  Builds networks across functions; encourages collaboration and breaks down silos; involves stakeholders in decisions.
• Influence Others:
  Builds support with sound rationale; gains buy-in from decision makers; encourages innovative thinking.
• Develop Self And Others:
  Enhances interpersonal relationships; models integrity and company values; seeks growth opportunities.

• Salary: $72,800 - $80,100 per year (base). Average base salary range; not including benefits or overtime/LOC.
• CAI Benefits:
  Comprehensive health insurance; 24 days of paid time off; ESOP/401K with 15% company contribution (US only); company-paid life insurance; company-paid long-term disability.

We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to employ veterans and promote diversity and inclusion in our workplace. Diversity is a strength for our global company. We pledge that CAI will be operated in a way that is fair and equitable to all – our employees, our customers, and the broader society.

This job description is not all-inclusive and you may be asked to do other duties. CAI will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Fair Chance Act/Ordinance.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Quality Assurance
• Industries:
  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing