CQV Engineer, HVAC (12M, Limerick)

CareerWise Recruitment; Limerick; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CareerWise Recruitment is seeking a CQV Engineer for grey utilities in Limerick, Ireland, to execute commissioning, qualification, and validation activities focusing on HVAC and related utilities.

The role requires 5+ years in CQV within a regulated pharmaceutical environment, with strong knowledge of GEP, cGMP, FDA, EMA and ISPE guidelines. Collaboration with project engineering, automation, production and quality teams is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years’ CQV experience focusing on grey utilities in regulated pharma.
• Familiar with grey utility systems and ISPE/guidance.
• Experience preparing and executing CQV documentation and reports.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute CQV activities for grey utilities.
• Prepare, review, and execute CQV protocols and reports (URS, FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ).
• Review design and installation documentation (P&IDs, datasheets, equipment lists).
• Interface with project engineering, automation, production, and quality teams.
• Support utility system start-up, troubleshooting, and post-commissioning optimization.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, FDA, EMA, ISPE guidance.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for CQV execution.
• Participate in risk assessments (HAZOP, FMEA).
• Address deviations, CAPAs, and change controls as required.
• Maintain clear records of qualification activities and findings.
• Provide progress updates and participate in project meetings.
• Support training of operations and maintenance teams regarding qualified utilities.

Skills

CQV experience

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

CQV ENGINEERS for HVAC / Grey Utilities required by CareerWise for our multinational Life Sciences client in Limerick.

Responsible for executing commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV) activities for grey utilities systems (such as HVAC, non-process water, compressed air, steam, chilled water, etc.).

Familiarity with GEP, cGMP, FDA, EMA, ISPE Baseline Guides and industry best practices.

NOTE: No sponsorship is provided for this role so applicants need to already have Irish / EU citizenship OR the relevant Stamp / Visa in place.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute CQV activities for all grey utility systems in accordance with project timelines and quality requirements.
• Prepare, review, and execute CQV protocols and reports: URS, FAT, SAT, DQ, IQ, OQ, and sometimes PQ, as relevant.
• Review and verify design and installation documentation (e.g., P&IDs, datasheets, equipment lists) for grey utilities.
• Interface with project engineering, automation, production, and quality teams throughout project lifecycle.
• Support utility system start-up, troubleshooting, issue resolution, and optimization post-commissioning.
• Ensure strict compliance with pharmaceutical regulatory requirements (cGMP, FDA, EMA, ISPE, etc.).
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for proper execution of commissioning and validation.
• Participate in risk assessments (e.g., HAZOP, FMEA) for relevant systems.
• Document and address deviations, CAPAs, and change controls as required.
• Maintain clear and organized records of all qualification activities and findings.
• Provide progress updates and participate in project meetings.
• Support training of operations and maintenance teams regarding qualified utilities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical), or relevant technical field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in CQV roles with a focus on grey utilities in pharmaceutical or related regulated industry.
• In-depth knowledge of grey utility systems: HVAC, clean/plant utilities, air handling, compressed air, steam, chilled water, cooling towers, non-process water, etc.
• Familiarity with GEP, cGMP, FDA, EMA, ISPE Baseline Guides and industry best practices.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and executing CQV documentation.
• Proven track record collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.