Automation/ CSV Project Engineer - PSC

Wood; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood is recruiting for Automation / CSV Project Engineers to support delivery of engineering capital projects at our client site in Barnard Castle on a contract basis.

This site-based role involves developing validation documentation, working with vendors and end users, and ensuring alignment with GAMP and QA processes across containment systems and HVAC components. Strong engineering and regulatory experience is required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or IT, or equivalent
• Site experience in operational environment
• Experience in automation and control engineering
• Experience in writing or modifying software
• Experience with system modifications or modpacks
• Understanding of engineering practices, standards, and calculations
• Experience with pharmaceutical manufacturing and computerised systems validation
• Knowledge of ISPE GAMP lifecycle methodology
• Knowledge of Client/Server environments, UNIX, Windows, data networks

Responsibilities

• Work on automation services: building filling and assembly lines, smart manufacturing
• Develop and execute validation documentation: validation master plans, FAT/SAT, commissioning protocols, risk assessments
• Create and maintain validation procedures and master plans to meet regulatory guidelines
• Develop maintenance life plans for computer systems and HVAC systems
• Utilise electronic validation systems (KNEAT) for validation activities
• Act as validation SME on site projects and collaborate with business/process owners
• Support change control, CAPA and deviations within QA validation framework

Skills

Automation & Control

Software development

GAMP lifecycle

Regulatory validation

Site experience

Education

Engineering or IT degree

Tools

UNIX

Windows

Networking basics

Job description

Barnard Castle, County Durham, United Kingdom

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Job Description

Wood is recruiting for Automation / CSV Project Engineers to support the delivery of engineering capital projects based at our client site in Barnard Castle on a contract (inside IR35) basis.

This is a site-based position, working at the client's operating facility.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across renewables and emerging energy sectors
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
• Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

Responsibilities

Working on the below scopes for automation services:

• S0 Building Filling and Assembly lines
• Smart manufacturing

Working on the below scopes for validation services:

• Work with end business users on development of user requirements and specifications.
• Approve technical design documentation supplied by vendors such as hardware/ Software / Functional Design Specifications.
• Identify and mitigate system risks through use of GSK Technical Risk Assessment process.
• Plan, develop and execute validation documentation including validation master plans, FAT/SAT documents, commissioning protocols, risk assessments, and summary reports as needed for multiple projects relating such as containment systems, roller compactors, film coaters and associated HVAC systems.
• Development and/or improvement of procedures, practices, and policies related to computer system validation of major equipment. Monitor and update the Validation Master Plan to ensure that it complies with appropriate regulatory guidelines and standard practices.
• Participate and set maintenance life plans relating to the computer systems associated with major equipment and HVAC systems.
• Utilise GSK electronic validation systems (KNEAT) to complete all validation activities.
• Act as a validation SME in different site projects, as required.
• Work collaboratively with business process owners, technical system owners, and QA validation as needed.
• Experience with Quality systems like Change control, CAPA, and deviations.

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

• At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don\'t match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world0s most critical challenges.
  

Expected:

• Degree in an appropriate discipline of Engineering or IT or HNC/D in an appropriate discipline
• Previous site experience, working in an operational environment
• Previous experience and competency in Automation and Control Engineering
• Previous experience in writing or modifying software
• Experience of implementing system modifications or modpacks
• A sound understanding of engineering practices, methodologies and economic principles, calculation methods, design details, international codes and standards, procedures, and specifications
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Computerised Systems and Validation
• Experience with ISPE GAMP Computer System Development Life cycle methodology
• Knowledge of Client Server environment, UNIX, NT, Windows, Data communications equipment (Routers, Switches, LAN/WAN, PLC)

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Job Info

• Job Identification 30997
• Job Category Engineering Management
• Posting Date 07/21/2026, 07:02 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Barnard Castle, County Durham, United Kingdom