Quality Validation Engineer

Pay Rate Low: 34 | Pay Rate High: 38.50

A leading manufacturer of beauty, personal care, and home care products is seeking a Quality Validation Engineer to support validation and compliance activities within a regulated manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for planning, executing, and documenting validation activities to ensure compliance with cGMP regulations and internal quality standards
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Roanoke, VA

Monday – Friday | Day Shift

6 months to start, 100% onsite

• Develop, review, and execute validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) for equipment, processes, cleaning procedures, and utility systems
• Prepare and maintain validation documentation, reports, and SOPs to ensure compliance and audit readiness
• Support validation activities for systems such as USP water systems, compressed air, and manufacturing equipment
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Operations on validation requirements and system qualifications
• Assist with environmental monitoring activities and coordinate with third‑party laboratories when needed
• Participate in internal and external audits and provide documentation and technical support during inspections
• Support deviations, investigations, and root cause analysis related to validation or equipment issues
• Provide validation input for equipment purchases, process changes, and system improvements
• Participate in cross‑functional meetings to provide technical guidance on validation and compliance requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related technical field required

• 1–3 years of validation experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment preferred
• Experience validating processes, equipment, instrumentation, or computer‑controlled systems preferred
• Industry experience in cosmetics, pharmaceutical, personal care, or regulated manufacturing is a plus

• Strong knowledge of process, equipment, cleaning, and utility validation
• Experience developing and executing IQ/OQ/PQ protocols
• Familiarity with cGMP compliance and regulatory requirements
• Ability to write and maintain technical documentation and SOPs
• Experience supporting investigations, deviations, and root cause analysis
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across engineering, quality, and operations teams
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and technical documentation tools