Validation Engineer

Panda International; Leiden; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable Biotech firm in the Netherlands seeks a Recruitment Consultant to support technical operations leaders in building high-performing biopharma teams. This mid-senior level role focuses on executing essential equipment qualification and ensuring compliance with GMP standards. The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering along with 4-5 years of experience in validation and project engineering within a GMP environment. Interested candidates should send their CV to secure a quick interview process.

Qualifications

• At least 4-5 years experience in validation, CQV, or Project Engineering within a GMP environment.
• Experience with Equipment Qualifications (IQ/OQ/PQ) and Routine Equipment (Re-)Qualification.
• Proficient in English; Dutch is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Execute and document essential equipment qualification and re-qualification activities.
• Maintain the validated state of existing equipment and qualify newly introduced equipment.
• Support the team in deviation handling and CAPA ownership.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Protocol writing and reporting

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Supporting Technical Operations Leaders to Build High-Performing Biopharma Teams | Recruitment Consultant @ Panda

Leiden, The Netherlands – 6 Months (Extension Possible)

Job Description

Our client is a well-known Biotech company in the Netherlands currently experiencing a high workload within their Validation team. This role is crucial for supporting the qualification and validation activities necessary to maintain cGMP compliance across their equipment and processes.

You will be responsible for executing and documenting essential equipment qualification and re-qualification activities as defined by the Validation Master Plan. Your focus will be on maintaining the validated state of existing equipment, qualifying newly introduced equipment, and supporting the team in deviation handling and CAPA ownership to ensure continuous compliance and operational readiness.

Qualifications

• Education Requirement: Degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum years of experience: At least 4-5 years experience in validation, CQV, or Project Engineering positions within a GMP environment.
• Core technical expertise: Strong knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice).
• Required hands-on skills: Experience in writing, executing, and reporting qualification protocols, along with reviewing protocols and reports.
• Required scientific/technical knowledge: Experience with Equipment Qualifications (IQ/OQ/PQ) and Routine Equipment (Re-)Qualification.

Preferred Requirements

• Additional experience: Experience within the BioPharmaceutical or Biotech industry is a significant advantage.
• Advanced technical skills: Experience supporting the introduction of new programs concerning Validation information.
• Specific technologies or platforms: N/A
• Industry or domain exposure: Experience supporting and owning deviation handling and CAPA's.
• Soft skills or certifications: Analytical, self-starter, and proficient in English (Dutch is an advantage).

Practicalities

• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract Duration: 6 months (Extension possible)
• Location: The Netherlands (Specific location to be confirmed)
• Additional: The interview process is fast: A Teams interview with the Director of Engineering and Validation Manager (max 1 hour), followed immediately by a decision. You may also participate in Practical Process Improvement (PPI) project teams.

Interested?

Interviews and offers can move quickly. Send your CV to Oluali Titelman at [e-mail] today to secure your spot in the process.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

• Engineering, Manufacturing, and Science

Industries

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Biotechnology Research, and Hospitals and Health Care

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