Validation Quality Engineer

Weil Group, Inc

$75K — $95K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field
  • 3+ years of experience in validation (OQ/PQ/TMV/IPM)
  • Experience in Quality Engineering
  • Strong understanding of validation lifecycle and documentation
  • Familiarity with regulated environments (FDA, ISO, GMP)
  • Proficient in advanced Excel and document management systems (e.g., Windchill)

Responsibilities

  • Execute and approve Operational and Performance Qualifications, Test Method Validations, and In-Process Monitoring
  • Cross-check validation records with Master Validation Plans and Product Risk Assessments
  • Identify and quantify products requiring remediation across multiple qualification types
  • Highlight high-risk scenarios needing deeper analysis
  • Proactively identify data gaps, inconsistencies, and tool limitations
  • Escalate risks and uncertainties to the core team promptly
  • Document findings and recommend actions clearly

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Exposure to multiple new line development projects
  • Engagement with cutting-edge automated tools
  • High degree of responsibility and autonomy in role
Full Job Description
Objective
We are looking for a Validation Quality Engineer to support multiple new line development projects by executing Tool Qualifications (TQFs), Operational Qualification (OQ), Performance Qualification (PQ), Test Method Validation (TMV), and In-Process Monitoring (IPM) by leveraging automated tools and site-level expertise.

Details
• Execute and/or approve: OQ (Operational Qualification)
PQ (Performance Qualification)
TMV (Test Method Validation)
IPM (In-Process Monitoring)
• Apply technical judgment to:
Confirm applicability of validation documentation and risk documentation
Identify discrepancies such as missing, conflicting, or outdated records
• Ensure alignment with:
Current procedures
Global validation standards
Remediation expectations and timelines

Key Responsibilities
1. Validation Engineer
Validate multiple processes as needed/applicable following site practices and documentation
• Cross-check validation records against: MVPs (Master Validation Plans)
• PRAs (Product Risk Assessments)
• Supporting validation documentation
Identify and quantify products requiring remediation across OQ, PQ, TMV, and IPM
Highlight high-risk, complex, or ambiguous scenarios requiring deeper analysis
2. Identification & Escalation
Proactively identify:
• Data gaps
• Inconsistencies
• Tool limitations
Escalate risks, uncertainties, or blockers to the core team in a timely manner
Provide clear documentation of findings and recommended actions

Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field
3+ years of experience in:
• Validation (OQ/PQ/TMV/IPM)
• Quality Engineering
Strong understanding of:
• Validation lifecycle and documentation
• Regulated environments (FDA, ISO, GMP)
Experience with:
• Data analysis tools (Excel - advanced)
• Document management systems (e.g., Windchill preferred)

Key Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail and data integrity
Ability to apply technical judgment in ambiguous scenarios
Effective communication and escalation skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-priority environment

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