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Valspec

Equipment Validation Engineer

Royersford, PA · On-site

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented GMP Equipment Validation Engineer to support Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) activities for a range of manufacturing and ...

Automated Systems, Inc.

Validation Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$45 - $65/hr

... commissioning & qualification (C&Q), change control, and deviation management · Experience with electronic quality and validation systems, including document management (e.g., OneVault), change ...

Fladger Associates

Validation Engineer

Fremont, CA · On-site

Excellent employment opportunity for a Validation Engineer in the Fremont, CA area. * Manage and ... Perform commissioning and qualification (e.g., oversight/support of vendor qualification, compile

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How much do validation engineer commissioning qualification jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for validation engineer commissioning qualification 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 Validation Engineer Commissioning Qualification vs Validation Engineer Commissioning Validation?

AspectValidation Engineer Commissioning QualificationValidation Engineer Commissioning Validation
FocusEnsures equipment and systems meet qualification standards before useVerifies systems function correctly during commissioning
StageQualification phase (Installation, Operational, Performance Qualification)Commissioning phase, testing systems in operational environment
CertificationsGMP, GAMP, industry-specific qualificationsSimilar certifications, with emphasis on operational validation

Validation Engineer Commissioning Qualification focuses on qualifying equipment and systems before they are used in production, ensuring compliance with standards. Validation Engineer Commissioning Validation emphasizes verifying system performance during commissioning to confirm proper operation. Both roles require similar credentials and are integral to regulated industries, but they differ mainly in the project phase they target.

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Sterling Engineering

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

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Job description

Sr. Validation Engineer (CQV)

Location: U.S. (Hybrid – project-based travel required)

Industry: Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical / Medical Device

Employment Type: Contract / Project-Based


About the Role

Join a team of engineering and regulatory compliance experts delivering capital project CQV solutions for leading life sciences and pharmaceutical manufacturers. This role supports critical projects that improve manufacturing performance, compliance, and product quality from concept through startup.

You’ll work directly with clients, vendors, and project teams to deliver high-quality validation and commissioning deliverables in GMP-regulated environments.


What You’ll Do

  • Support capital project CQV activities from design through startup
  • Work with clients and vendors during early design to embed compliance, testability, and lifecycle requirements
  • Develop User Requirement Specifications (URS) for critical equipment and systems
  • Perform risk assessments focused on critical quality attributes
  • Author and execute validation and FDA compliance documentation
  • Manage commissioning & qualification documentation for utilities, facilities, and process equipment
  • Develop and execute FAT, SAT, IQ, and OQ protocols
  • Investigate and troubleshoot validation-related issues
  • Prepare detailed validation reports and documentation packages
  • Work within digital validation tools and modern CQV methodologies


What You Bring

Experience

  • 7+ years in validation, commissioning, or CQV roles
  • Experience in pharmaceutical or medical device GMP environments
  • Background in:
  • Aseptic fill/finish or sterile manufacturing (preferred)
  • Drug substance or drug product systems (e.g., centrifugation, TFF, pooling, inspection, packaging)
  • Utilities, HVAC, or facility qualification


Technical Expertise

  • Strong knowledge of GMP regulations:
  • 21 CFR Parts 210, 211, 11
  • EU Annex 1
  • ICH Q7 / Q8 / Q9
  • ISPE Baseline Guides
  • Experience with:
  • IQ / OQ / PQ
  • FAT / SAT
  • Validation Master Plans (VMP)
  • Risk assessments, deviations, change controls
  • URS development
  • Risk-based validation approach (C&Q preferred)


Skills & Tools

  • Strong technical writing and communication skills
  • Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project)
  • AutoCAD (preferred)
  • Ability to manage full project lifecycle (design → startup)

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