Downstream CQV Engineer
Listed on 2026-09-28
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Engineering
Validation Engineer, Quality Engineering, Process Engineer
Piper Companies is seeking a Downstream CQV Engineer to join a growing organization within the life sciences and biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry. This is an onsite, 6‑month contract role with potential extensions, based in Holly Springs, NC. The Downstream CQV Engineer will support large‑scale manufacturing operations with a primary focus on downstream systems, utilities, and commissioning and qualification activities across a multi‑building production environment.
Responsibilitiesof the Downstream CQV Engineer:
- Execute commissioning, qualification, and verification (CQV) activities for downstream manufacturing systems and utilities
- Support installation verification and field execution through the review of drawings, P&IDs, and system documentation
- Perform hands‑on testing, troubleshooting, and field walkdowns for large‑scale equipment including pumps, filters, valves, and piping systems
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, and quality teams to resolve issues and maintain project timelines across multiple manufacturing suites
- Assist in the development and completion of electronic documentation and turnover packages, ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory standards
- 2-10 years of hands‑on experience in CQV, validation, or engineering within large‑scale manufacturing environments
- Experience working with downstream processing equipment; ultrafiltration experience strongly preferred
- Mechanical or engineering‑focused background with the ability to inspect, troubleshoot, and work directly with equipment and instrumentation
- Familiarity with installation verification, utilities qualification, and system turnover processes
- Experience with electronic validation systems (e.g., Kneat) is a plus
- Salary Range: $100,/year (USD)
- Comprehensive Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and applicable sick leave
, P&IDs, utilities qualification, large scale manufacturing, biopharmaceuticals, GMP, mechanical engineering, process equipment, pumps, filters, valves, Kneat, system turnover, field execution, equipment qualification, biotech manufacturing, water systems, UF systems.
This position opened for applications on August 21st, 2026, and will remain open for at least 30 days from the posting date.
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