Warehouse Design Lead

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. (V&EG) a Pinnaql company is a leading services supplier who provides solutions for the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Chemical, Food, and Medical Devices industries in the following areas: Laboratory, Compliance, Computer, Engineering, Project Management, Validation, and other services.

We are seeking a talented, dedicated individual committed to work under the highest ethics standards for the following position:

• Warehouse Design Lead

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and coordination of warehouse design concepts, layouts, and specifications
• Oversee design execution across all phases (conceptual, basic, detailed design, and construction support)
• Ensure alignment between warehouse design, site infrastructure, and overall facility strategy
• Coordinate with A/E firms and multidisciplinary teams to integrate all warehouse elements
• Define and optimize warehouse layouts, including:
  • Receiving, storage, and shipping areas
  • Cold storage, flammable storage, and quarantine zones
  • Sampling, inspection, and support areas
• Ensure design supports efficient flow of materials, personnel, and equipment
• Incorporate automation readiness (e.g., ASRS, AGVs, pallet systems) into layouts
• Collaborate with automation and robotics teams to design:
  • Automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS)
  • Autonomous guided vehicle (AGV) pathways
  • Conveyor and pallet handling systems
  • Ensure integration between warehouse systems and operational requirements
• Act as the key interface between:
  • Engineering (Process, Utilities, Facilities)
  • Supply Chain / Warehouse Operations
  • Quality & Compliance teams
  • Construction and commissioning teams
• Facilitate decision-making and information flow across stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with:
  • GMP, safety, and regulatory standards
  • Corporate engineering and design standards
• Support development of design requirements and ensure adherence to approved design intent.
• Support development and management of:
  • Design schedules
  • Budget alignment for warehouse scope
• Identify and mitigate design-related risks (e.g., constructability, equipment constraints)
• Provide design support during:
  • Construction
  • Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q)
• Resolve design issues and coordinate design changes with project teams
• Ensure final design meets operational and performance requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Supply Chain, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in:
  • Industrial, pharmaceutical, or large-scale facility design
  • Warehouse or logistics facility design
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary project teams

Additional Preferences: (nice to haves)

• Experience in GMP or regulated environments (pharma/biotech)
• Strong understanding of:
  • Warehouse automation systems (ASRS, AGV, robotics)
  • Material handling and flow optimization
• Experience with large capital projects (EPCM / Design-Build environments)

At Validation & Engineering Group, people always come first. We believe that when you're empowered to do your best work, bold ideas thrive and real progress happens. This isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by shaping the future of healthcare and technology alongside a purpose-driven, supportive team.

Excited to build something meaningful together? We look forward to hearing from you.

Validation & Engineering Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.