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PSC Biotech

Senior Validation Engineer

Durham, NC · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

Minimum 7+ years of validation, commissioning, qualification, or quality engineering experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other FDA-regulated industries. * Demonstrated ...

PSC Biotech

Senior Validation Engineer

Durham, NC

Minimum 7+ years of validation, commissioning, qualification, or quality engineering experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other FDA-regulated industries. Demonstrated ...

PSC Biotech

Senior Validation Engineer

Durham, NC · On-site

Minimum 7+ years of validation, commissioning, qualification, or quality engineering experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other FDA-regulated industries. * Demonstrated ...

CAI

Validation Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$72K - $80K/yr

... Pharmaceutical facilities - Utilities - Equipment 3. Project & Team Management - Plan and coordinate work - Direct small teams in document development and/or execution Qualifications and Experience ...

Oxford Biomedica

Validation Engineer III

Durham, NC · On-site

We are currently recruiting for a Validation Engineer III to join our Engineering Team. In this ... OXB collaborates with some of the world's most innovative pharmaceutical and biotechnology ...

CAI

Validation Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$72K - $80K/yr

... Pharmaceutical facilities - Utilities - Equipment 3. Project & Team Management - Plan and coordinate work - Direct small teams in document development and/or execution Qualifications and Experience ...

MedPharm

Cleaning Validation Engineer

Durham, NC · On-site

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, or related discipline) * 5-8+ years of experience in cleaning validation and CQV within pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, or CDMO ...

MedPharm

Cleaning Validation Engineer

Durham, NC · On-site

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, or related discipline) * 5-8+ years of experience in cleaning validation and CQV within pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, or CDMO ...

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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for pharmaceutical validation in Raleigh, NC is $50.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38.32 and $61.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pharmaceutical validation?

A Pharmaceutical Validation job involves ensuring that systems, equipment, and processes in the pharmaceutical industry meet regulatory and quality standards. Professionals in this role develop protocols, conduct testing, and document validation activities to ensure compliance with regulations like FDA, EU GMP, and ISO standards. They work with manufacturing processes, laboratory instruments, and software to verify that products are consistently produced and controlled according to required quality standards. This role is critical in maintaining drug safety, efficacy, and regulatory approval.

What are some of the main challenges encountered in a pharmaceutical validation role?

One of the main challenges in Pharmaceutical Validation is staying updated with constantly evolving regulatory requirements and ensuring that all validation activities meet stringent compliance standards. Professionals often manage multiple concurrent projects, which requires effective prioritization, organization, and close coordination with cross-functional teams such as quality assurance, manufacturing, and engineering. Thorough documentation and meticulous attention to detail are essential, as even minor oversights can lead to compliance issues. However, overcoming these challenges provides valuable problem-solving experience and opportunities for advancement within quality assurance, regulatory affairs, or project management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in pharmaceutical validation, and why are they important?

To thrive in Pharmaceutical Validation, you need a strong background in pharmaceutical sciences or engineering, familiarity with regulatory guidelines (such as FDA, GMP, and ICH), and hands-on experience in validation protocols. Proficiency with validation lifecycle documentation tools, quality management systems (QMS), and specialized software like TrackWise or ValGenesis is essential. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and excellent collaboration and communication skills are highly valued in this role. These competencies ensure that pharmaceutical processes, equipment, and systems meet strict quality standards, supporting product safety and regulatory compliance.

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Infographic showing various Pharmaceutical Validation job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,133 per year, or $50.5 per hour.

Validation Area Specialist - Aseptic Production (AP)

Novo Nordisk

Clayton, NC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 4 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Novo Nordisk rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 58 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

33rd of 86 rated pharmaceutical

Job description

About the Department
You will be joining Fill & Finish Expansions (FFEx), which is responsible for all major expansion activities within aseptic production, solid dosage forms, finished products, fill & finish warehousing, and QC across all production areas in Product Supply. The area is anchored in Product Supply, Quality & IT, which globally employ approx. 20,000 of Novo Nordisk's 50,000 employees.
FFEx is a newly established and growing area with the responsibility to design, plan, and build all new aseptic filling capacity across Novo Nordisk to serve the needs of millions of patients. We do it by rethinking our production facilities with the use of modern technology, as we are setting the standards for the aseptic production of the future. Facilities designed today which we will still be proud of 20 years from now. FF Expansions has a global approach, where you will be working with multiple sites and cultures across the world.
What we offer you:
• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance - effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards
At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.
The Position
Primary responsibility is to provide/lead validation services required for the successful delivery of IT & Automation projects.
Relationships
Reports to Senior Project Manager, Site Capacity & Upfit.
Essential Functions
  • Provide validation & technical support through the preparation, execution, data analysis, & report writing for IV, OV & PV protocols
  • Ownership of Change Requests (CR's) related to project validation responsibilities
  • Perform compliance & technical reviews/approvals of protocols & protocol data
  • Author project quality masterplans (PQMP's), validation plans (VPL's), & other key validation documentation
  • Author & execute assigned IV, OV & PV protocols for direct impact systems/processes per approved timeframes. Requires no guidance & direction to complete these goals & needs no coaching on technical competencies for goal obtainment. Serves as a source of expertise in the group for validating new systems
  • Ensure compliance of validation protocols executed are aligned with local, corporate & regulatory regulations
  • Lead validation failure investigations & non-conformities utilizing root cause analysis techniques
  • Create & modify existing validation procedures & configuration item lists (CIL's) as required
  • Write/Review specifications, procedures, & other required supporting documents to maintain the validated state of equipment & processes
  • Participate in FAT, SAT commissioning efforts for equipment, automation systems & processes & successfully transition into the ownership role for validation efforts related to the equipment
  • Identify process improvements before equipment, systems or processes are placed under change control during validation
  • Budget oversight as needed
  • Contractor scheduling & oversight as needed
  • Leads validation activities assigned by overall project manager
  • Other accountabilities, as assigned

Physical Requirements
May move equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. May be required to be on your feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May required corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. May require the ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protections.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or applicable technical degree or proven equivalent relevant work experience required
  • Master's Degree preferred
  • Minimum of seven (7) years validation or quality related discipline experience in pharmaceutical environment required
  • Experienced with regulatory requirements & industry standards for pharmaceutical &/or medical device manufacture, such as 21 CFR Part 11, GAMP5, ISO, electronic records retention, configuration items list, FDA & ICH guidance documents required
  • Demonstrated experience using root-cause analysis techniques to solve problems preferred
  • Ability to read, write & understand complicated product documentation preferred
  • Demonstrated leadership & project management skills: two-way communication skills with customers (internal/external), project team & management; interpersonal & team building skills; achievement of project timelines & customer requirements preferred
  • Ability to write technical documentation based on equipment manuals preferred
  • Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing preferred. Knowledgeable in GMP concepts preferred
  • Knowledge of standard operating procedures with attention to high-level concepts preferred
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks/deadlines & prioritize properly based on process needs preferred
  • Demonstrated strong skills in change management within NN preferred

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes - we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger - a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.
Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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