Senior Pharmaceutical CQV Engineer
Raleigh, WV - USA
Job Summary
Introduction
Visium Resources has been asked to identify qualified candidates for this Pharmaceutical Senior CQV Engineer position. This position is a direct hire which is expected to be on-site in Raleigh NC. Candidates must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident.
Summary
- Lead and execute CQV activities for pharmaceutical and biotech capital projects.
- Develop and execute:
- Commissioning plans
- IQ/OQ/PQ protocols
- Validation test scripts
- Traceability matrices
- Summary reports
- Support startup and qualification of:
- Process equipment
- Clean utilities
- HVAC systems
- Manufacturing suites
- Automation and control systems
- Coordinate field execution activities with engineering construction vendors and operations teams.
- Perform system walkdowns and turnover package reviews.
- Support deviation investigations CAPAs and change control activities.
- Ensure all validation documentation complies with cGMP FDA ISPE and GAMP guidelines.
- Participate in FAT/SAT execution and acceptance activities.
- Support project schedule development and milestone tracking.
- Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Manufacturing teams to support inspection readiness and successful system release.
- Mentor junior CQV engineers and validation specialists as needed.
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Life Sciences Biotechnology or related technical discipline.
- 5-10 years of CQV validation or pharmaceutical engineering experience within GMP-regulated environments.
- Strong knowledge of:
- cGMP regulations
- FDA validation requirements
- ISPE Baseline Guides
- GAMP 5 principles
- Experience executing commissioning and qualification for:
- Process equipment
- Utilities
- HVAC systems
- Cleanrooms
- Automation systems
- Experience authoring and reviewing validation lifecycle documentation.
- Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently within fast-paced project environments.
- Experience in biologics sterile manufacturing fill-finish or aseptic processing environments.
- Previous consulting experience within life sciences industries preferred.
- Familiarity with:
- DeltaV
- MES systems
- SCADA platforms
- Kneat or electronic validation systems
- PMP certification or equivalent project leadership experience is a plus.
- Strong client-facing communication and leadership skills.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Comfortable working in both office and field environments
- Ability to travel to client sites as required
Visium Resources is an award-winning employment firm with a mission to match talented individuals with highly successful organizations. At Visium our companys success is based on your success. When you work with us you are never just a number. You are our most important asset. Here you will know us by name through our regular visits to client sites and even occasional luncheons. We will always be there when you need assistance and will always go the extra mile to ensure that you are as successful as possible. Whether youre looking for contract contract-to-hire or permanent opportunities we firmly believe there is no employment agency that will work harder for you than Visium.
Visium Resources is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications merit and business need.
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