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LEGAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT PARTNERS LLC

PR · On-site

Perform risk assessments to support cleaning validation strategies ... Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Validation, and Microbiology teams. * Analyze ...

Legalpmpartners

Cleaning Validation Specialist

Caguas, PR · On-site

$65 - $95/hr

Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Cleaning Validation Specialist to support regulated ... Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Validation, and Microbiology teams. * Analyze ...

INCOG

Senior Validation Engineer

Fishers, IN · On-site

The Senior Validation Engineer is responsible for understanding and implementing validation ... This includes, but is not limited to, clean utilities, autoclave, washer, filler, laboratory ...

GL Staffing Services, Inc.

Validation

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

$75K - $95K/yr

The Validation Specialist / Validation Engineer is responsible for planning, executing, documenting ... Clean Steam * Compressed Air * Nitrogen * Environmental Monitoring systems * Execute and/or support ...

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Mativ Holdings, Inc.

Validation Engineer

Dallas, TX

Validation Engineer FLSA: Salary Exempt Location: Dallas, Texas Description: The Validation ... Experience with validation of cleaning, software, automated systems, packaging and laboratory ...

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Sebela Pharma

CQV/Validation Engineer

Holbrook, MA · On-site

$33 - $43/hr

The CQV/Validation Engineer is responsible for supporting the activities required to implement the ... Support equipment, utility, facility, process, cleaning, and computerized system validation ...

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for cleaning validation engineer in the United States is $52.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39.42 and $63.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cleaning validation engineer?

A Cleaning Validation Engineer ensures that manufacturing equipment and processes meet regulatory standards for cleanliness in industries like pharmaceuticals, biotech, and medical devices. They develop validation protocols, conduct tests, analyze data, and document results to confirm that cleaning procedures effectively remove contaminants. This role involves collaborating with quality assurance, production, and regulatory teams to maintain compliance with FDA, GMP, and other industry regulations.

What are the main challenges faced by cleaning validation engineers in the pharmaceutical industry?

Cleaning Validation Engineers in the pharmaceutical industry often face challenges such as staying up-to-date with evolving regulatory requirements, troubleshooting complex cleaning failures, and thoroughly documenting all validation activities. Balancing the needs for robust contamination control with operational efficiency requires analytical thinking and strong problem-solving abilities. Collaboration with manufacturing, quality assurance, and laboratory teams is frequent, as cleaning validation projects require input and support from multiple departments. Successfully managing these challenges ensures product safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous process improvement within manufacturing operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cleaning validation engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cleaning Validation Engineer, you need a strong background in chemical engineering, microbiology, or a related field, often complemented by experience in GMP-regulated industries. Familiarity with validation protocols, analytical testing methods, and documentation tools (such as LIMS or QMS software) is essential, and certifications like Six Sigma or ASQ may be advantageous. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are key soft skills for success in the role. These capabilities are crucial to ensure regulatory compliance, product safety, and effective cross-functional collaboration in pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing environments.

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Cleaning Validation Specialist

LEGAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT PARTNERS LLC

PR • On-site

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Location: Gurabo / Juncos / Las Piedras, Puerto Rico (On-Site)

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Cleaning Validation Specialist to support regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing operations in Puerto Rico. This role is fully on-site and will focus on the execution, documentation, and lifecycle management of cleaning validation activities for manufacturing equipment, utilities, and laboratory environments.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in cleaning validation, including disinfectant and sanitization validation for Microbiology QC Laboratories and manufacturing areas, ensuring compliance with FDA and international regulatory requirements. This position requires expertise in developing validation strategies, performing risk assessments, and maintaining validated cleaning processes.


Main Responsibilities

  • Develop, execute, and approve Cleaning Validation protocols, reports, and supporting documentation.
  • Lead cleaning validation activities for manufacturing equipment, production areas, and process support equipment.
  • Perform disinfectant and sanitization validation for Microbiology QC Laboratories and manufacturing environments.
  • Validate cleaning agents, disinfectants, sanitization procedures, and environmental cleaning processes.
  • Develop and maintain the Cleaning Validation Master Plan.
  • Establish scientifically justified acceptance criteria, sampling plans, and worst-case product/equipment selection.
  • Perform risk assessments to support cleaning validation strategies.
  • Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Validation, and Microbiology teams.
  • Analyze validation data, investigate deviations, and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
  • Maintain compliance with cGMP, FDA, EMA, ICH, and company quality standards.
  • Support internal audits and regulatory inspections as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Cleaning Validation.

General Requirements

  • Fluency in English and Spanish (written and spoken).
  • Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple validation projects simultaneously.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Education Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences, or related discipline.
  • Equivalent combination of education and relevant pharmaceutical experience may be considered.

Experience Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of pharmaceutical industry experience.
  • Minimum 2 years of Cleaning Validation experience in FDA-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device manufacturing.
  • Hands-on experience developing and executing Cleaning Validation protocols and reports.
  • Experience performing disinfectant validation and sanitization validation.
  • Experience supporting Microbiology QC Laboratories (QC Micro) and manufacturing operations.
  • Knowledge of cleaning process lifecycle and contamination control strategies.
  • Experience performing risk assessments for cleaning validation.
  • Strong understanding of cGMP regulations and FDA expectations.

Preferred Experience

  • Experience with environmental monitoring programs.
  • Experience validating cleaning procedures for aseptic or sterile manufacturing.
  • Experience with CIP (Clean-In-Place) and COP (Clean-Out-of-Place) systems.
  • Familiarity with TOC, conductivity, swab sampling, rinse sampling, and recovery studies.
  • Experience supporting regulatory inspections.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to sit for extended periods.
  • Occasional standing and walking throughout manufacturing and laboratory areas.
  • Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Ability to access manufacturing, laboratory, and controlled environments.
  • Ability to perform work in regulated industrial environments.