Senior CQV Utilities Engineer — Pharma GMP (Netherlands, 12m)

Cagents; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CAI in the Netherlands is seeking a Senior CQV Utilities Engineer to lead the commissioning, qualification, and validation of critical pharmaceutical utility systems at our facility. This hands-on role focuses on ensuring PW, WFI, clean steam, HVAC, and process gases are installed, operated, and validated to GMP and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate has 5–8 years of CQV utilities experience, strong problem-solving and teamwork skills, and the ability to work independently on a site-based

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical utilities.
• Experience with clean and black utilities including PW, WFI, clean steam, HVAC, process gases and cooling towers.
• Familiarity with Kneat (e-validation system) is a bonus – training will be provided.
• Knowledge of GMP, regulatory requirements and validation protocols.
• Ability to work independently in a project-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, operate, and maintain utility systems (WFI, purified water, cleaning steam, compressed gases, cooling towers).
• Perform system validation and support IQ/OQ/PQ activities using e-validation system.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, regulatory standards, and internal quality policies.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to ensure seamless operations.
• Support audits and regulatory inspections.

Skills

CQV experience

PW/WFI utilities

HVAC

GMP knowledge

Independent worker

Tools

Kneat

Job description

CAI in the Netherlands is seeking a Senior CQV Utilities Engineer to lead the commissioning, qualification, and validation of critical pharmaceutical utility systems at our facility. This hands-on role focuses on ensuring PW, WFI, clean steam, HVAC, and process gases are installed, operated, and validated to GMP and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate has 5–8 years of CQV utilities experience, strong problem-solving and teamwork skills, and the ability to work independently on a site-based