Site-Based Automation & Validation Project Engineer

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

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.