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Alphatec Spine

Validation Engineer II

Carlsbad, CA

The Validation Engineer II is a mid-level role responsible for creating, planning, and executing software verification activities, and contributing to continuous improvement and validation processes.

Intellectt INC

Validation Engineer II

Bothell, WA · On-site

Validation Engineer II (Onsite) Location: Bothell, WA Overview: We are looking for a CQV / Validation Engineer with 5-8 years of experience in GMP-regulated pharma/biotech environments. This role ...

Nitto Denko Corp.

$80K - $98K/yr

The Validation Engineer II provides validation support for manufacturing and facility-related activities throughout the organization. The Validation Engineer II is responsible for general validation ...

Nitto Denko Corp.

Validation Engineer II

Milford, MA · On-site

$80K - $98K/yr

The Validation Engineer II provides validation support for manufacturing and facility-related activities throughout the organization. The Validation Engineer II is responsible for general validation ...

Alphatec Spine

Validation Engineer II

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

The Validation Engineer II is a mid-level role responsible for creating, planning, and executing software verification activities, and contributing to continuous improvement and validation processes.

Alphatec Spine

Validation Engineer II

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

The Validation Engineer II is a mid-level role responsible for creating, planning, and executing software verification activities, and contributing to continuous improvement and validation processes.

Alphatec Spine

Validation Engineer II

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

The Validation Engineer II is a mid-level role responsible for creating, planning, and executing software verification activities, and contributing to continuous improvement and validation processes.

Abbott

Validation Engineer II

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$30 - $33/hr

Validation Engineer II Location: 2251 Faraday Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008 Duration: 10 Months Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite Position Summary We are seeking a Validation Engineer II to support validation ...

LG Electronics

Validation Engineer II

Aliso Viejo, CA · On-site

Validation Engineer II * Perform validation for infotainment/telematic products by utilizing test benches and vehicles * Responsible for executing basic Sanity, customer found issues, update ...

KPI Solutions

Validation Engineer II

KPI Solutions is seeking a Validation Engineer II to join our growing team as a primary execution owner for mid-to-advanced validation activities across our automation system implementations. In this ...

BCforward

Validation Engineer II

Burlington, NC

$40/hr

Validation Engineer II 10/24/2016 - 10/1/2017 780 Plantation Drive, Burlington, NC 27215 United States $40/hr on W2 Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering related field OR an ...

LG Electronics

Validation Engineer II

Aliso Viejo, CA · On-site

$70K - $94K/yr

Validation Engineer II * Perform validation for infotainment/telematic products by utilizing test benches and vehicles * Responsible for executing basic Sanity, customer found issues, update ...

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As of Jun 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for validation engineer 2 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 jobs pay $2000 a day?

Validation Engineers typically do not earn $2000 a day; such high daily rates are more common in specialized consulting, executive roles, or freelance positions in fields like software development, finance, or legal services. High-paying contract roles may require advanced skills, certifications, and extensive experience, often working on short-term projects or in high-demand industries.

What engineers make $300,000 a year?

Senior engineers in specialized fields such as petroleum, aerospace, or software engineering can earn $300,000 or more annually, especially with extensive experience, advanced certifications, or leadership roles. High-level validation engineers working in industries like semiconductor manufacturing or pharmaceuticals with significant expertise and responsibilities may also reach this salary level.

What is the career progression for a validation engineer?

Validation engineers typically progress to senior validation engineer, validation lead, or quality assurance manager roles, often gaining experience in regulatory compliance, validation protocols, and testing methodologies. Advancing may involve acquiring certifications such as GxP or CQE and developing expertise in specific industries like pharmaceuticals or biotech. Career growth can also include moving into project management or quality systems roles.

What engineer makes $500,000 a year?

Highly experienced validation engineers, especially those working in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or medical device industries, can earn salaries approaching or exceeding $500,000 annually, often with bonuses and stock options. Such compensation typically requires advanced certifications, extensive expertise, and leadership roles within the organization.
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Validation Engineer II

Validation Engineer II

Alphatec Spine

Carlsbad, CA

Other

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

The Validation Engineer II is a mid-level role responsible for creating, planning, and executing software verification activities, and contributing to continuous improvement and validation processes. The Validation Engineer II operates under limited supervision and collaborates closely with R&D, Software Engineering, Quality Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Marketing, and Regulatory to deliver innovative products to market in accordance with FDA, ISO, and IEC standards.

The Validation Engineer II supports a broad range of software-enabled medical devices within a product suite that includes intraoperative neuromonitoring, surgical alignment, robotic navigation, and a cloud-based end-to-end platform, among others.

The ideal candidate has experience validating software-based medical devices as well as strong technical, troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills, and the ability to work seamlessly with cross-functional teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Leads verification and validation activities for assigned projects, ensuring quality, timeline, and compliance expectations are met while working alongside cross-functional teams.
  • Defines verification strategies for new product development, authoring high-quality test plans and protocols.
  • Supports continuous improvement of V&V practices by identifying inefficiencies, implementing process improvements, and participating in cross-functional problem-solving.
  • Creates and reviews design control documentation, ensuring requirements, test plans and protocols, test reports, and traceability meet FDA and internal quality standards.
  • Designs, develops, and qualifies manual and automated system-level test methods.
  • Performs validation of non-medical-device software tools and supporting systems as required, ensuring appropriate rigor and documentation.
  • Supports risk management activities in accordance with ISO 14971 by contributing to hazard analysis, risk controls, and verification of risk mitigations.
  • Seeks guidance from and collaborates with senior validation engineers; may informally assist with onboarding or knowledge sharing for newer team members.
  • Maintains regular and consistent attendance at the primary worksite.
  • Other duties as assigned.

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