Validation Engineer

Scope

Inva Gen Pharmaceuticals is searching for an experienced Validation Engineer.

• Design, review, and approve protocols for equipment and processes to produce pharmaceutical drug products meeting internal, external, and regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain facility as per cGMP and regulatory requirement.
• Introduce new SOPs, equipment, and instruments to improve safety and quality.
• Compile and maintain records of validation documentation, electrical schematics, and corrective/preventive actions.
• Programming, troubleshooting, and modifying PLC programs for optimum efficiency and operation of production machinery.
• Review design, installation, operational, and product qualification of operations machinery.
• Assist in operations, validation, and electrical engineering plans to ensure adherence to design specifications and compliance with applicable electrical codes and standards.
• Handle troubleshooting, preventive, and breakdown maintenance of manufacturing equipment for Encapsulation, Granulation, Compression, Coating, and Packaging operations.
• Manage quarterly preventive maintenance and breakdowns of facility equipment (HVAC, Boiler, Chiller, Air Compressor, Electrical Panels).
• Work closely with Quality Assurance and Validation Engineering teams to complete qualification in a timely manner.
• Work closely with external electrical/instrumentation service agencies on upgrading existing systems and troubleshoot errors and breakdowns.
• Ensure all process improvement projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Diagnose, test, and analyze the performance of electrical components and troubleshoot existing systems.
• Drive continuous improvement activities to support corrective actions and process improvement.
• Develop and maintain schedules for all projects assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
• Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.
• Must have 2-year experience in installing, testing, maintaining and repairing pharmaceutical or biomedical machinery.
• Excellent understanding of Equipment and Facilities Qualification and Validation processes.
• Must have knowledge in troubleshooting and fault finding in PCB, on-site repairs and maintenance of any process or utility equipment.
• Must have experience programming, modifying, troubleshooting and testing PLCs for compression, encapsulation, granulation, packaging and coating process machines.
• Proficient with PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Proficient with E‑designer, Cadence Virtuoso, HSPICE, Model Sim, Eclipse, PSpice, Matlab, AutoCAD, Windows OS.

• Excellent communication skills, drive, and sense of urgency.
• Excellent computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office Suite.
• Follow strict internal protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as well as following current cGMP.
• High energy level and ability to work as self‑starter.
• Strong technical and troubleshooting abilities in manufacturing disciplines.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing and related documents.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in inhalation products (MDI) is a plus.

• Proficiently speak English as a first or second language.
• Knowledge of good manufacturing practices and good documentation practices preferred.
• Self‑motivated, with the ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Position requires flexibility to quickly adapt to changing work environment and schedules.

• Must be willing to work in a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting.
• Must be willing and able to work any assigned shift (first, second, or third shift). Work schedule may be Monday to Friday, Tuesday to Saturday, or some combination thereof based on business needs.
• Must be willing to work some weekends based on business needs as required by management.
• No remote work available.
• No employment sponsorship or work visas.

Cipla is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.