Senior Validation Engineer

Key Responsibilities CQV Execution & Safety

• Perform Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) activities with a strong focus on safety
• Deliver C&Q activities in alignment with project schedules
• Track and report progress of CQV efforts

• Support the generation and review of C&Q procedures for client projects
• Review and revise qualification-related documents, including SOPs, master plans, and execution plans
• Assist with CQV review and qualification of equipment design

• Support planning of commissioning spares and consumables
• Allocate project resources for efficient execution
• Coordinate support and logistics during CQV execution

• Support execution of design reviews, equipment shakedown, commissioning, FATs, IQ, OQ, and PQ activities
• Coordinate with project contractors and equipment vendors to execute required testing

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in Engineering, Chemistry, or Life Sciences (relevant experience can substitute for education)
• 3+ years of related experience in the Pharmaceutical/Life Sciences industry
• Essential experience in a GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) environment
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Customer-focused mindset
• Willingness and flexibility to travel throughout the U.S. and potentially internationally

• Evaluates and pursues opportunities based on organizational strategy
• Identifies innovative solutions with strategic impact
• Anticipates emerging customer and market needs

• Understands and anticipates client needs
• Develops solutions that exceed expectations
• Actively follows up to ensure satisfaction and loyalty

• Aligns business strategies with actionable plans
• Allocates resources effectively
• Anticipates risks and builds contingency plans

• Prioritizes initiatives to ensure goal achievement
• Holds self and team accountable
• Proactively removes obstacles

• Communicates clearly, concisely, and professionally
• Adjusts messaging to suit audience
• Explains technical concepts across all levels

• Builds strong networks across teams and disciplines
• Promotes collaboration and removes silos
• Involves stakeholders in decision-making

• Builds support through sound reasoning
• Gains buy-in from decision makers
• Encourages innovation and better outcomes

• Continuously develops relationship and leadership skills
• Acts with integrity and models company values
• Seeks out breakthrough opportunities

$87,100 - $94,600 a year

Average base salary range - not including benefits, and potential overtime and/or Cost of Living Adjustment.

We are an equal opportunity employer; we are 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 also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Act (FCA) / Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO).