CQV Start-up​/Commissioning Engineer; LSNA

About this role

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact:
Here at Jacobs, we apply our expertise and knowledge as we look into the future with great optimism and focus. We don’t settle until we give our best and know that we’re making a difference.

As a Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) Start-Up/Commissioning Engineer, you’ll join our collaborative team providing Commissioning and Start-Up services to clients in the Life Sciences Industry. The position provides an excellent opportunity to work for a Global Engineering Firm and support clients that manufacture life changing products. This position shall be responsible for assisting in the development of start-up and commissioning plans, commissioning documentation, and execution of these documents for a variety of facilities, utility systems, and equipment.

This role serves a diverse client base of biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, gene therapy and cell therapy manufacturers.

We are looking for a passionate CQV Start-Up/Commissioning Engineer who is driven by collaboration, exceeding expectations, and challenging the status quo.

Bring your curiosity, talent for multi-tasking and collaboration, and extreme organizational skills and we’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

• Generate and execute Start-Up and Commissioning documents according to Good Documentation Practices (GDPs)
• Startup equipment in a safe and effective manner
• Maintain action item lists
• Maintain engineering change control logs
• Provide technical assistance and input
• Coordination with construction management firm as needed
• Apply engineering knowledge of, and experience with, HVAC, clean utilities, electrical, black utilities, instrumentation, controls, and automation to support clients

• BS in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering or equivalent years of experience in lieu of degree
• 5+ years of Start-Up and Commissioning experience in the life sciences industry
• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Understanding of Good Documentation Practices (GDPs)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office – Word, Excel
• Flexibility and willingness to travel and work at various clients’ locations
• Ability to work well with diverse, multi-disciplined groups
• Ability to effectively communicate with management and fellow project team members
• Ability to negotiate/compromise with other project team members to achieve project goals
• Ability to listen and respect fellow project team member’s ideas and opinions and work through conflicts or disagreements

• Knowledge of US FDA (21 CFR 210, 211, 810) and EU EMEA regulations
• Knowledge of industry guidance
• ISPE Baseline Guide 5 Commissioning and Qualification
• ISPE GAMP V, A Risk Based Approach to Compliant GMP Computerized Systems
• ASTM E2500 Standard Guide for Specification, Design, and Verification of Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Systems and Equipment
• ISPE Guideline Science and Risk-based Approach for the Delivery of Facilities, Systems, and Equipment, 2011
• ISPE Good Practice Guide Applied Risk Management for Commissioning and Qualification, 2011
• Six Sigma Certification

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan.

Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases,…