Roche

Process Validation Engineer

Roche • $80K — $149K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Life Sciences, or related field; or Master's degree with relevant experience.
  • 4-6 years of industry experience for Bachelor’s; or 2-4 years for Master’s.
  • Practical experience in process validation and technical writing in a cGMP environment.
  • Strong understanding of biopharmaceutical unit operations and process engineering principles.
  • Exceptional attention to detail in compliance checks and data verification.

Responsibilities

  • Author and execute Process Validation protocols and regulatory documents according to cGMP standards.
  • Conduct compliance reviews and ensure data accuracy aligns with project requirements.
  • Manage the master schedule and track project milestones with the PV Lead.
  • Assist in technical activities for product and process introductions and expansions.
  • Coordinate review workflows across Quality, MSAT, and Regulatory teams to adhere to timelines.
  • Leverage digital quality systems for tracking metrics and improving documentation workflows.
  • Support root-cause investigations and develop corrective action plans (CAPAs).
  • Collaborate with senior engineers on equipment qualifications and validation studies.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Retirement savings plan options.
  • Professional development opportunities and potential for career advancement.
  • Flexible work environment combining office and cleanroom settings.
Full Job Description

As a Process Validation Engineer in our Manufacturing Sciences and Technology (MSAT) group, you will support cross-functional process validation strategies, lead regulatory documentation efforts, and ensure compliance across site-specific initiatives. This role serves as a structured professional growth pathway where you will gain hands-on exposure to core validation methodologies alongside senior engineers while driving continuous process improvements.


The Opportunity


  • Author, edit, and execute Process Validation (PV) protocols, execution reports, and regulatory deliverables (such as PPQ OneDoc, PAS, and IMA) in accordance with cGMP standards.
  • Perform rigorous compliance and data-integrity checks on draft validation documents to ensure summary findings and data tables strictly align with raw supporting data.
  • Collaborate with the PV Lead to maintain the master schedule and submission filings, actively tracking project milestones.
  • Assist with technical activities for product introductions, process transfers, and capacity expansion efforts.
  • Facilitate review and approval workflows across cross-functional teams (Quality, MSAT, Regulatory), keeping partners accountable to project timelines.
  • Utilize digital quality systems (Veeva, Smartsheet, AppSheet) to track metrics and streamline documentation workflows.
  • Support root-cause investigations for discrepancies, aiding in the design and implementation of corrective actions (CAPAs).
  • Partner with senior engineers to gain hands-on experience executing equipment qualifications and cleaning validation studies.

Who you are


  • You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Life Sciences, or a related discipline with 4–6 years of relevant industry experience; OR a Master’s degree with 2–4 years of experience.
  • You possess practical experience with process validation concepts, technical writing, regulatory submission support, and Quality Systems within a cGMP biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
  • You have a strong foundational understanding of biopharmaceutical unit operations and process engineering principles.
  • You bring exceptional attention to detail with demonstrated skill in technical formatting, compliance checks, and verifying raw source data.
  • You are a strong communicator and proactive problem-solver who thrives when collaborating with cross-functional and global network partners.

Preferred


  • Familiarity with electronic document management systems such as Veeva Quality Docs/RIM, eVAL, or Smartsheet.
  • Experience working comfortably within office and cGMP cleanroom environments requiring full gowning.



Work Environment & Physical Demands


  • Mix of office and cGMP cleanroom environments.
  • Must be able to remain on feet/walk for extended periods (up to 8 610 hours).
  • Lift up to 25lbs may be required.
  • May work in the clean room environment that requires full gowning (scrubs, coveralls, gloves, safety glasses, and steel-toe boots); no makeup or jewelry permitted in processing areas..
  • Clean room environments feature large mechanical equipment, piping, and pumps connecting to tanks serviced by high-pressure steam, water and air together this creates a loud environment.
  • Work with hazardous materials and chemicals.
  • Ability to sit, stand and move within working city for extended periods.

Relocation benefits are not available for this posting.


The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $80,500 - $149,500. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.


About Roche

Roche Holding AG is a Swiss multinational healthcare company that operates worldwide under two divisions: Pharmaceuticals and Diagnostics. Its holding company, Roche Holding AG, has bearer shares listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. The company headquarters are located in Basel. Roche is the largest pharmaceutical company in the world, and the leading provider of cancer treatments globally. The company also produces a range of diagnostic tests for medical professionals and patients. Roche was one of the first companies to bring targeted treatments to patients. In 2019, Roche had over 100,000 employees worldwide, and generated revenue of CHF 61.5 billion.
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