Lead Thermal Validation Engineer

GSK; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GSK is seeking a dedicated engineer to lead thermal validation for sterilisation and controlled environments at Barnard Castle. You will design, run and report validation studies for autoclaves, depyrogenation tunnels, and CIP/SIP systems, collaborating with manufacturing, quality and external contractors.

You will analyze thermometric data, prepare validation reports and support regulatory documentation. The role emphasizes problem solving, safe practices and patient impact within an on-site,

Qualifications

• Relevant technical qualification in engineering, science or validation (e.g. HNC, HND, BSc or equivalent).
• Practical experience in thermal validation, sterilisation processes or validated controlled environments.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical regulatory expectations and GMP.
• Experience with thermometric monitoring and biological indicators testing and data analysis.
• Proven experience preparing validation protocols, reports and technical documentation.
• Role is on-site at Barnard Castle with Early and Late shift rotation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and execute thermal qualification and requalification tests for autoclaves, depyrogenation ovens, CIP/SIP and cleanrooms.
• Collect and analyse thermometric and biological indicator data and produce clear validation reports.
• Support equipment commissioning, calibration and validation documentation to meet regulatory and company standards.
• Lead root cause investigations for thermal or sterilisation deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and external contractors to deliver validation projects on time and within scope.
• Maintain accurate validation records and support audit and inspection readiness.

Skills

Asset Life Cycle

Data Integrity

Digital Fluency

GxP Regulations

Lean Management

Manufacturing Technologies

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Problem Solving

Risk Awareness

Standards Compliance

Education

Technical qualification in engineering/validation (HNC/HND/BSc)

Tools

Kaye validation hardware

SAP or validation/record systems

Job description

GSK is seeking a dedicated engineer to lead thermal validation for sterilisation and controlled environments at Barnard Castle. You will design, run and report validation studies for autoclaves, depyrogenation tunnels, and CIP/SIP systems, collaborating with manufacturing, quality and external contractors.

You will analyze thermometric data, prepare validation reports and support regulatory documentation. The role emphasizes problem solving, safe practices and patient impact within an on-site,