CQV Engineer

EFOR; Athlone; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

EFOR is seeking a CQV Engineer specializing in utilities (clean, grey and black) within a GMP pharmaceutical environment. You will lead commissioning, qualification, and validation activities for critical utility systems to ensure compliant, reliable facility operation.

The role requires hands-on experience with URS, IQ/OQ/PQ, FAT/SAT, and close collaboration with engineering, QA and external vendors to deliver validated systems that support safe, high-quality medicines worldwide.

Qualifications

• CQV experience in pharma GMP environments.
• Experience with clean, grey and black utilities.
• Knowledge of IQ/OQ/PQ and validation documentation.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead CQV activities for utilities, including design review and validation execution.
• Oversee utilities such as WFI, clean steam, compressed air, HVAC and process gases.
• Prepare and review URS, protocols and validation reports.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, QA and external vendors to deliver validated systems.
• Support deviation investigations and CAPA where needed.
• Stay current with regulatory requirements (FDA/EMA) and GMP best practices.

Skills

CQV

Utilities

Validation

GMP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering

Job description

CQV Engineer - Utilities (Clean, Grey & Black) | Pharmaceutical GMP Environment

Are you ready to take your CQV expertise to the next level? Want to play a crucial role in delivering high-impact pharmaceutical projects? Join our team and help shape the future of pharma manufacturing!

About the Role:

We're seeking a proactive and detail-oriented CQV Engineer, specialising in utilities management—including clean utilities (e.g. WFI, PW, clean steam), grey utilities, and black utilities—in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical setting. You will lead the commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV) of critical utility systems, ensuring seamless integration, compliance, and robust facility operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead CQV activities for clean, grey, and black utilities, including design review, start-up, commissioning, IQ/OQ/PQ documentation, and validation execution.
• Oversee utilities such as purified water, WFI, clean steam, compressed air, HVAC, process gases, as well as waste collection and treatment.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, QA, and external vendors to deliver validated and operational utility systems.
• Prepare, review, and approve key documentation (URS, validation protocols, reports, risk assessments, impact assessments, trace matrices).
• Conduct system walkdowns, FAT/SAT, and manage punch-list resolution to ensure best-in-class facility utility readiness.
• Support deviation investigations; propose and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Stay current with regulatory requirements (e.g. FDA, EMA) and GMP best practices to drive continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in CQV roles focusing on utilities in pharmaceutical GMP environments.
• Deep understanding of clean, grey, and black utility systems.
• Strong working knowledge of GMP, GEP, GAMP, and regulatory standards.
• Skilled at preparing and executing validation documentation and processes.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Passion for innovation and delivering solutions in complex project settings.

Why Join Us?

• Work at the forefront of pharmaceutical facility development with critical utility systems.
• Collaborative, diverse and supportive working culture.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Competitive benefits and remuneration package.
• Directly contribute to the delivery of safe, high-quality medicines worldwide.

Ready to make a difference with your CQV expertise? Let's shape the future together.