Validation Engineer

Katalyst HealthCares and Life Sciences

$80K — $110K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Biomedical, Manufacturing, or related field).
  • 5+ years of experience in Test Engineering or V&V within regulated industries.
  • Hands-on experience qualifying automated manufacturing test equipment.
  • Strong knowledge of IQ, OQ, and PQ validation methodologies.
  • Proficiency with LabVIEW and NI Test Stand.
  • Experience preparing validation documentation and reports.
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

  • Perform Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ) for test equipment.
  • Execute V&V activities to ensure systems meet requirements.
  • Qualify and validate automated manufacturing test equipment.
  • Develop and review validation protocols and test plans.
  • Conduct functional testing to verify equipment performance.
  • Utilize LabVIEW and NI Test Stand for test development and validation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues.

Benefits

  • Continuous improvement initiatives to enhance processes.
  • Opportunities for collaboration across multiple engineering disciplines.
  • Exposure to regulated industries such as Medical Devices and Pharmaceuticals.
  • Thorough training in sophisticated test and validation technologies.
Full Job Description
Job Summary:
  • We are seeking an experienced Test/Validation Engineer with expertise in manufacturing validation, automated test equipment qualification, and Verification & Validation (V&V) within regulated industries.
  • The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in LabVIEW, NI Test Stand, IQ/OQ/PQ validation, functional testing, and preparation of validation documentation to support manufacturing equipment qualification and compliance.

Roles & Responsibilities:
  • Perform Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ) for manufacturing test equipment.
  • Execute Verification & Validation (V&V) activities to ensure manufacturing systems and equipment meet predefined requirements.
  • Qualify and validate automated manufacturing test equipment used in production environments.
  • Develop, execute, and review validation protocols, test plans, traceability matrices, and validation reports.
  • Conduct functional testing to verify equipment performance and product quality.
  • Utilize LabVIEW and NI Test Stand for automated test development, execution, and validation.
  • Support manufacturing equipment qualification activities in accordance with quality and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Validation teams to resolve technical issues and ensure compliance.
  • Maintain complete and accurate validation documentation in accordance with company procedures and regulatory standards.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance validation processes and manufacturing efficiency.

Requirements / Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Biomedical, Manufacturing, or related field).
  • 5+ years of experience in Test Engineering, Manufacturing Validation, or Verification & Validation (V&V) within regulated industries.
  • Hands-on experience qualifying automated manufacturing test equipment.
  • Strong knowledge and practical experience with IQ, OQ, and PQ validation methodologies.
  • Experience performing Functional Testing and Verification & Validation (V&V) activities.
  • Proficiency with LabVIEW and NI Test Stand.
  • Experience preparing validation protocols, traceability matrices, validation reports, and supporting documentation.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing equipment qualification processes.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent documentation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Experience working in regulated environments such as Medical Devices, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical, or FDA/GMP-regulated manufacturing is preferred.

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