CQV Engineer

Dillon Engineering Services; Munster; On-site; EUR 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Dillon Engineering Services is seeking an experienced Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) Engineer for a major pharmaceutical project in Limerick, Ireland. This 12-month contract role focuses on commissioning, qualification, and start-up of critical process systems in a regulated GMP manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will bring 8–10 years' C&Q delivery experience on large-scale pharma/biotech projects, with strong expertise in Black & Clean Utilities, and will collaborate with

Qualifications

• 8–10 years' experience delivering C&Q on large pharmaceutical/biotech projects.
• Strong hands-on experience with Black & Clean Utilities.
• GMP, GEP and regulatory knowledge essential.
• Proven ability to prepare and execute C&Q documentation and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute C&Q documentation through IV, FT, IQ and OQ lifecycles.
• Prepare FAT, SAT, and commissioning protocols and reports.
• Develop and complete IQ and OQ qualification protocols.
• Conduct DR and DQ activities and ensure design qualification
• Perform field walkdowns to transfer systems to commissioning stage.
• Manage start-up activities and verify system performance against specs.
• Support change control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors to ensure timely delivery.

Skills

C&Q experience

GMP compliance

Stakeholder management

Documentation

Project coordination

Black & Clean Utilities

Education

Engineering degree

Diploma or certificate in a related discipline

Job description

Job Title: Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) Engineer

Location: Limerick, Ireland

Job Type: 12-Month Contract

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) Engineer to join a major pharmaceutical project based in Limerick. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a high-profile capital project, supporting the commissioning, qualification, and start-up of critical process systems within a regulated GMP manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience delivering C&Q activities across large-scale pharmaceutical or biotechnology projects, with particular expertise in Black & Clean Utilities.

Please note: Only candidates with pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute documentation throughout the C&Q lifecycle, including Installation Verification (IV), Functional Testing (FT), Installation Qualification (IQ), and Operational Qualification (OQ).
• Prepare and execute Factory Acceptance Test (FAT), Site Acceptance Test (SAT), and Commissioning protocols.
• Develop, execute, and complete IQ and OQ qualification protocols.
• Prepare, execute, and follow up on Design Review (DR) and Design Qualification (DQ) activities.
• Perform field walkdowns to support the transfer of systems from Construction to Commissioning.
• Ensure the safe operation of systems prior to and during start-up, functional testing, and qualification activities.
• Execute Installation Verification and support system start-up activities.
• Perform functional testing to verify system performance against design specifications.
• Manage and support change control activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare comprehensive qualification summary reports.
• Plan, organise, and monitor daily C&Q activities while tracking progress against project schedules.
• Coordinate with contractors and equipment vendors to ensure timely project delivery.
• Collaborate closely with Construction, Engineering, Automation, Quality, and Operations teams throughout all project phases.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical discipline.

OR

• Diploma or Certificate in a relevant discipline supported by significant industrial experience.
• 8-10 years' experience delivering Commissioning & Qualification activities within large-scale pharmaceutical or biotechnology projects.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Black & Clean Utility systems.
• Excellent understanding of GMP, GEP, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience preparing and executing C&Q documentation and protocols.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary project team.

What's on Offer

• €60 - €70 per hour, depending on experience.
• 12-month contract with the opportunity to work on a flagship pharmaceutical project.
• Collaborative, fast-paced project environment.
• Opportunity to work alongside highly experienced engineering and validation professionals.

Please note: Only candidates with a valid work visa for Ireland or an EU passport will be considered.