Computer System Validation Engineer

Katalyst HealthCares and Life Sciences

$90K — $120K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, IT, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience in Computer System Validation (CSV)
  • Strong understanding of GAMP and risk-based validation methodologies
  • Proficient in handling electronic records and signatures
  • Experience with Manufacturing Execution System (MES) validation
  • Familiarity with systems like Emerson Syncade, SAP, Oracle, and InfoBatch
  • Strong capability in developing essential CSV documentation

Responsibilities

  • Author, review, and approve CSV documentation
  • Assist in test execution and document test failures
  • Support Business Owners in requirements and specifications development for GxP systems
  • Conduct validation activities for Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
  • Develop and maintain validation documentation including plans and reports
  • Ensure activities meet cGMP, GxP, and regulatory compliance
  • Utilize IT service management tools for incident and change management

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with a leading global pharmaceutical client
  • Cross-functional collaboration with Business and Technical Owners
  • Engage in validation of systems crucial for manufacturings
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies within the pharmaceutical field
Full Job Description
Job Summary:
  • We are seeking a Computer System Validation (CSV) Engineer for a global pharmaceutical client. This role will work cross-functionally to lead and execute validation activities for GxP electronic systems and applications.
  • The CSV Engineer will partner with Business Owners, Technical Owners, and Quality teams to create and manage validation deliverables throughout the validation lifecycle.
  • The primary responsibility is to ensure that validation activities supporting Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) are documented in accordance with applicable procedures and regulatory requirements.
Roles & Responsibilities:
  • uthor, review, and/or approve applicable CSV documentation.
  • ssist Business Owners and Technical Owners during test execution, document test failures, and ensure testing aligns with internal procedures.
  • ssist Business Owners and Technical Owners in developing requirements and specifications for computerized systems used in GxP operations.
  • Support validation activities for Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
  • Develop and maintain CSV documentation including Validation Plans, Requirements, Specifications, Assessments, Test Scripts (IQ/OQ/PQ or equivalent), Summary Reports, Trace Matrices, and SOPs.
  • Ensure compliance with cGMP, GxP, GAMP, SDLC regulations, 21 CFR Part 11, and Good Documentation Practices.
  • Support validation of pharmaceutical manufacturing and laboratory systems used in biologics and clinical manufacturing environments.
  • Utilize IT service management platforms to support incident, problem, and change management activities.
  • Work with Business Quality Management Systems and related validation processes.
Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, IT, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
  • Minimum 4+ years of direct experience in Computer System Validation (CSV).
  • Strong knowledge of GAMP and risk-based validation approaches.
  • Good understanding of electronic records and electronic signatures.
  • Strong knowledge of Manufacturing Execution System (MES) validation.
  • Familiarity with MES systems such as Emerson Syncade, ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle, and EBR systems such as InfoBatch.
  • Strong experience developing CSV documentation, including Validation Plans, Requirements, Specifications, Assessments, Test Scripts, Summary Reports, Trace Matrices, and SOPs.
  • Knowledge of pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and laboratory systems supporting biologics and clinical manufacturing.
  • Experience with IT service management platforms such as ServiceNow.
  • Exposure to Business Quality Management Systems such as Veeva.

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