Validation Engineer - Kentucky

Valspec; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 450,000 - 675,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel and Per Diem

Onsite at Lexington, KY

Job summary

Valspec is seeking a Senior CQV Engineer to support Cleaning Validation and Data Integrity initiatives at a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Lexington, Kentucky. The consultant will lead validation activities for manufacturing suites, process equipment, and laboratory systems within a regulated GMP environment.

The role involves developing and executing cleaning validation strategies, remediation planning, SOP creation, data integrity assessments, and cross-functional collaboration with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, chemistry, life sciences or related field.
• 10+ years in CQV/Validation within regulated pharmaceutical environments.
• Cleaning validation protocol development and execution experience.
• Strong GMP knowledge and FDA expectations.
• Ability to author and review lifecycle validation documents.
• Experience executing IQ/OQ/PQ for equipment.
• Independent worker with client-facing interaction and strong writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Cleaning Validation activities from planning through execution.
• Develop and execute cleaning validation protocols and reports.
• Design swab recovery studies and validation methods.
• Establish worst-case groupings using scientific risk-based approaches.
• Author validation plans, risk assessments, protocols, summaries, and SOPs.
• Perform data integrity assessments on lab systems and equipment.
• Support investigations, deviations, and change control related to validation.

Skills

Cleaning Validation

Data Integrity

Technical Leadership

Documentation Writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science

Tools

HPLC

Analytical Testing Equipment

IQ/OQ/PQ

Job description

Valspec—a global provider of system validation and lifecycle services—provides commissioning and qualification of computerized systems for clients in the Life Sciences industry. Established in 1999, Valspec’s mission is to provide a wide spectrum of services that help its clients meet their capital project and lifecycle maintenance goals.

Valspec’s projects are critical to the industry, and to the people who rely on its products. Many projects ensure that life-changing drugs are available to those who need them; others streamline production to meet demand at a lower cost, allowing for the discovery of new and innovative therapies.

Location: Lexington, KY (Onsite)
Duration: 6+ Month Contract
Travel/Per Diem Available
Industry: Pharmaceutical / Animal Health Manufacturing

About the Opportunity

Valspec is seeking a Senior CQV Engineer to support a high-impact Cleaning Validation and Data Integrity initiative at a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Lexington, Kentucky.

This consultant will lead validation activities supporting manufacturing suites, process equipment, and laboratory systems within a regulated GMP environment. The project includes development and execution of cleaning validation strategies, remediation planning, SOP creation, data integrity assessments, and cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Laboratory teams.

The facility manufactures veterinary pharmaceutical products in powder, tablet, and granule dosage forms and operates multiple manufacturing suites as well as quality control laboratory operations utilizing HPLC, stability, incubation, dissolution, and analytical testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead Cleaning Validation activities from planning through execution
• Develop and execute cleaning validation protocols and reports
• Design and support swab recovery studies and cleaning validation methods
• Establish worst-case product and equipment groupings using scientific and risk-based approaches
• Support protocol execution and field verification activities within manufacturing operations
• Author and revise validation documentation including:
  • Validation Plans
  • Risk Assessments
  • Protocols
  • Summary Reports
  • SOPs
  • Remediation Plans
• Evaluate existing cleaning procedures and implement improvements where necessary
• Perform Data Integrity assessments on laboratory systems and equipment
• Identify compliance gaps and develop corrective actions and remediation strategies
• Partner with Quality and Regulatory stakeholders to ensure alignment with current GMP expectations
• Support investigations, deviations, and change control activities related to validation programs
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to project team members as required

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline
• 10+ years of CQV, Validation, or Quality Engineering experience within regulated pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, or animal health manufacturing environments
• Demonstrated Cleaning Validation experience including protocol development and execution
• Strong understanding of current GMP regulations and FDA expectations
• Experience authoring and reviewing validation lifecycle documentation
• Experience executing IQ/OQ/PQ activities for manufacturing and laboratory equipment
• Proven ability to work independently and interact directly with client leadership
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting powder, blending, tableting, filling, packaging, or related pharmaceutical operations
• Swab method development and recovery study experience
• Data Integrity assessment and remediation experience
• Familiarity with HPLC, dissolution, stability, incubation, and analytical laboratory systems
• Experience supporting FDA inspections and audit readiness initiatives
• Previous consulting experience within pharmaceutical manufacturing environments

Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a hands‑on consultant who can operate as both a technical subject matter expert and a project leader. The ideal candidate is comfortable working directly with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Laboratory stakeholders while driving validation deliverables independently.

Candidates with strong CQV backgrounds from biotech facilities are encouraged to apply, particularly those who have supported equipment qualification, validation remediation programs, laboratory systems, and cleaning validation initiatives.

Why This Project?

• Long-term onsite engagement in Lexington, KY
• Travel and per diem support available
• High-visibility project with direct client interaction
• Blend of Cleaning Validation and Data Integrity initiatives
• Opportunity to lead validation strategy and execution rather than simply execute protocols
• Immediate impact within a regulated GMP manufacturing environment

Why Join Valspec?

At Valspec, we offer more than just a job — we provide a career experience rooted in a standout culture, collaborative environment, and a strong sense of ownership. As an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, every team member has a stake in our success, fostering a shared commitment to excellence and innovation. We also offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Premium medical coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• And more — all designed to support your growth, well‑being, and future.

Join a team where your contributions matter, your development is prioritized, and your success is shared.

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