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Validation Engineer

Ottawa, IL · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Senior Validation Engineer Location: Ottawa, Illinois Employment Type: Full-Time About the Position ... Company Description About Us Fast growing liquid pour contract manufacturer of premium health and ...

We are currently looking for a Validation Engineer to work for a leading Greater Los Angeles area contract development and manufacturing organization. Salary: $100-115k+/year depending on experience ...

Validation Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$65 - $85/hr

A globally leading consumer device company is looking for OTA Validation Engineer to join their ... Type: Contract Duration: 12 months with extension Work Location: Cupertino, CA (onsite) Pay rate ...

Position Requirements REQUIRED - Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive validation, testing, product development, project management, or a related engineering field. - Strong Knowledge of ...

Validation Engineer Job Location: Raleigh - North Carolina Job Type ... Contract * Manage lab servers test benches and associated hardware infrastructure * Perform system ...

MD · On-site

Maryland Duration: Long-Term Contract Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Validation Engineer/Validation Specialist to support equipment, utilities, and facility qualification activities in a ...

As AI-powered features become central to automotive vehicles - from ADAS perception and voice ... We are seeking a Senior AI Validation Engineer to design and implement testing strategies ...

Senior Validation Engineer

Troy, MI · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive validation, testing, product development, project management, or a related engineering field. * Strong Knowledge of validation requirements in automotive ...

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Ongoing Contract (long-term) Industry: Automotive Testing & Validation Position Overview We are ... Work directly with engineers to support testing, equipment setup, fixture preparation, and project ...

Validation Engineer

Wilson, NC · On-site

$47 - $52/hr

Validation Engineer This role involves providing advanced technical and engineering support for ... Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Wilson, NC. Pay and Benefits The pay ...

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How much do contract automotive validation engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract automotive 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 the difference between Contract Automotive Validation Engineer vs Contract Automotive Test Engineer?

AspectContract Automotive Validation EngineerContract Automotive Test Engineer
CertificationsRelevant engineering degrees, ISTQB, ISTA certificationsSimilar certifications, focus on testing standards
Work EnvironmentDevelopment labs, vehicle testing sites, validation centersTesting facilities, vehicle prototypes, lab environments
Employer & Industry UsageAutomotive OEMs, suppliers, validation service providersAutomotive OEMs, suppliers, testing agencies

The Contract Automotive Validation Engineer focuses on validating vehicle systems and components to ensure they meet specifications, often involving comprehensive testing and analysis. The Contract Automotive Test Engineer primarily conducts specific tests on vehicle parts or systems to verify performance. While both roles require similar certifications and work in testing environments within the automotive industry, validation engineers have a broader scope involving system validation, whereas test engineers focus on executing specific tests.

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Infographic showing various Contract Automotive Validation Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,152 per year, or $52 per hour.

Validation Engineer

Fort Worth, TX • On-site

Contractor

Re-posted 20 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Validation Engineer

Location: Fort Worth, TX (Local candidates only)

Travel: Required – Alabama (3–4 weeks, expenses paid)

Duration: 3–6 Month Contract

Start Date: Immediate

Job Summary

We are seeking a Validation Engineer to support EO sterilization validation activities within a regulated manufacturing environment. This role will focus on supervising and coordinating Performance Qualification (PQ) execution activities while ensuring compliance with GMP and ALCOA+ documentation standards.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with sterilization validation processes, strong coordination skills, and the ability to support cross-functional execution activities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise execution of EO sterilization Performance Qualification (PQ) activities
  • Coordinate half-cycle, nominal/full-cycle, and maximum-cycle sterilization runs
  • Prepare and manage PCDs (Process Challenge Devices) and Biological Indicators (BIs) for shipment and cycle insertion
  • Support preparation and arrangement of dunnage for EO sterilization processes
  • Oversee movement of product loads through refrigerated storage, tempering, sterilization, and aeration processes
  • Coordinate retrieval and shipment of PCDs, BIs, and product samples for Quality Control testing
  • Ensure execution activities and documentation comply with ALCOA+ principles and GMP requirements
  • Collaborate with Validation, Quality, and Operations teams to support project timelines and execution

Required Qualifications

  • Experience in validation within medical device, pharmaceutical, or regulated manufacturing environments
  • Hands-on knowledge of EO sterilization validation and PQ execution activities
  • Strong understanding of GMP documentation practices and ALCOA+ principles
  • Ability to coordinate cross-functional activities and manage execution timelines
  • Strong communication and organizational skills