$145,000–$165,000 Per Hour
Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Commissioning, Corrective Action, Diabetes, FDA (Food and Drug Administration), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Healthcare, Identify Issues, Process Validation, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Requirements Validation/Verification, Startup, Sterilization, System Operations, System Test, Team Player, Technical Recruiting, Validation Documentation
Piper Companies is hiring a Validation Engineer for a pharmaceutical and healthcare company that makes treatments for diabetes and chronic conditions located in Clayton, NC. The Validation Engineer will assist with CQV activities in a sterile fill-finish facility. The Validation Engineer will work onsite in Clayton, NC in a one-year contract role.
Responsibilities of the Validation Engineer:
- Carry out equipment and system testing to confirm they are ready for operational use (IQ, OQ, PQ).
- Prepare and document validation activities, including test protocols and final reports.
- Make sure all systems operate in line with regulatory and quality standards.
- Troubleshoot issues that arise during validation and manage corrective actions as needed.
- Work closely with internal teams and vendors to support validation and startup efforts.
- Assist with key startup activities such as process validation, sterilization, and equipment commissioning.
Requirements of the Validation Engineer:
- 3+ years of related experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience qualifying various GMP systems
- Familiarity with FDA GMP guidelines, EU Annex 1, and standard validation practices
Compensation for the Validation Engineer:
- $145,000 - $165,000 at an hourly pay rate
- Full Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, PTO, Paid Holiday and Sick Leave if Required by Law
Keywords: Validation Engineer, CQV (Commissioning, Qualification, Validation), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Process Validation, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Biotech, Life Sciences, Raleigh, RTP, Durham, NC
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This job opens for applications on 6/24/26. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.