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Automation Project Engineer

Buffalo Grove, IL ยท On-site

$60 - $70/hr

This individual will manage the project from equipment design and development through FAT ... Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and operations teams * Support equipment ...

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Controls Engineer

Wausau, WI ยท On-site

$89K - $115K/yr

Perform FAT, installation supervision, SAT, customer training, and system commissioning as ... Support Engineering division as requested. * Utilize electrical and hydraulic test equipment.

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Quality Engineer

Baltimore, MD ยท On-site

$71K - $92K/yr

Our Quality Engineer wears many hats, owning quality from the moment a component arrives at our dock through to the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and final customer sign-off. If you are an engineer ...

Enchanted Rock

Quality Engineer - Manufacturing

Cypress, TX ยท On-site

$62K - $81K/yr

Support First Article Inspection (FAI), final inspection, FAT, and customer-witnessed quality activities. * Work with Production and Engineering to establish effective defect prevention and ...

Filamatic

Quality Engineer

Baltimore, MD ยท On-site

$71K - $92K/yr

Our Quality Engineer wears many hats, owning quality from the moment a component arrives at our dock through to the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and final customer sign-off. If you are an engineer ...

Veg Group

Validation Engineer

Cincinnati, OH ยท On-site

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. (V&EG) is a leading services supplier who provides solutions ... FAT, SAT, CSV, equipment integration, and startup. * Drive process design for new equipment and ...

Giga Energy

Senior Quality Engineer, Transformers

Houston, TX ยท On-site

$84K - $114K/yr

Set up and run quality gate architecture - IQC, IPQC, FAT, and OQC - for all transformers, * Create ... Work directly with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to close out non-conformances

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How much do fat engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for fat engineer in the United States is $47.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.82 and $60.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Fat Engineer vs Data Engineer?

AspectFat EngineerData Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in CS or related, certifications varyBachelor's in CS, data management, or related, certifications common
Work EnvironmentSoftware development teams, tech companiesData pipelines, cloud platforms, analytics teams
Employer & Industry UsageTech firms, startups, enterprisesTech, finance, healthcare, any data-driven industry
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for technical skills and rolesFocuses on data infrastructure and processing

Fat Engineers and Data Engineers share overlapping skills in software development and technical certifications. However, Fat Engineers typically focus on full-stack or backend development, while Data Engineers specialize in building data pipelines and managing data infrastructure. Both roles are vital in tech-driven industries, but their core responsibilities and environments differ slightly.

What is a fat engineer?

A fat engineer is not a standard job title; it may refer to a humorous or informal term for an engineer with a larger physique. In professional contexts, engineering roles typically focus on skills, such as programming, design, or systems management, regardless of physical appearance.

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Infographic showing various Fat Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,940 per year, or $47.1 per hour.

Validation Engineer

Atlanta, GA โ€ข On-site

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc.
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Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. (V&EG) 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:
  • Validation Engineer

Description:
The role demands deep technical expertise across the full validation lifecycle ๏ฟฝ including URS development, FAT/SAT execution, and Computer System Validation (CSV) ๏ฟฝ as well as hands-on experience with systems and controls integration. The candidate will drive end-to-end project implementation: from equipment design and installation through startup, commissioning, and qualification.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop User Requirement Specifications (URS).
  • Lead full validation lifecycle activities: FAT, SAT, CSV, equipment integration, and startup.
  • Drive process design for new equipment and ensure product design requirements are met.
  • Execute commissioning and qualification activities for new and existing equipment.
  • Provide technical oversight to ensure equipment meets safety, regulatory, and operational standards.
  • Manage suppliers and external vendors on capital projects, controlling scope, cost, and lead time.
  • Collaborate with Procurement and Legal on vendor contracts.
  • Create and maintain engineering documentation (URS, assembly instructions, bill of process, etc.).
  • Optimize equipment design for manufacturability, cost reduction, maintainability, and efficiency.
  • Lead design reviews, risk assessments, and FMEA to ensure reliability and performance.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and quality policies, procedures, and GMP standards.
  • Apply statistical analysis and SPC systems to support data-driven decision-making.
  • Manage multiple priorities and maintain equipment qualification schedules.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science.
  • Minimum 4 years of engineering experience in pharmaceutical and/or medical device industries.
  • Demonstrated experience across the full validation lifecycle (URS, FAT, SAT, CSV).
  • Proven track record supporting full project implementation: design, installation, startup, commissioning, and qualification.
  • Strong experience executing capital projects within GMP-regulated manufacturing environments.
  • Familiarity with GMP, ISO standards, Lean Manufacturing, and FDA-regulated environments.
  • Ability to work independently and lead solutions under general direction.
  • Strong organization, and communication skills

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.

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