C&Q Specialist – Facilities & Construction

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc.; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. seeks a C&Q Specialist to provide commissioning and qualification support for facility, utility, and construction-related systems in a biotech/pharmaceutical manufacturing setting.

The role covers construction completion through commissioning, qualification, and turnover to operations, with emphasis on IQ/OQ protocols, punch lists, and deviations management. Collaboration across Engineering, Construction, Quality, and Operations is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Construction Management, or related technical discipline preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in commissioning, qualification, engineering, construction, or facilities within pharmaceutical/biotech or regulated industry.
• Experience reviewing engineering drawings and construction documentation.
• Knowledge of GMP practices and C&Q documentation.
• Strong field coordination, documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support commissioning and qualification activities for facilities and utilities.
• Review drawings, P&IDs, equipment specs, submittals and vendor docs.
• Support field walkdowns, inspections, and turnover verification.
• Develop and/or execute C&Q docs: IQ, OQ, commissioning protocols, turnover packages, punch lists.
• Coordinate C&Q activities with Engineering, Construction, Quality, Operations, and contractors.
• Ensure activities comply with GMP, site procedures, and industry standards.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Documentation

Field coordination

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Science/Construction Management

Job description

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. (V&EG) a Pinnaql company is a leading services supplier who provides solutions for the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Chemical, Food, and Medical Devices industries in the following areas: Laboratory, Compliance, Computer, Engineering, Project Management, Validation, and other services.

We are seeking a talented, dedicated individual committed to work under the highest ethics standards for the following position:

• C&Q Specialist – Facilities & Construction

Position Summary

The C&Q Specialist will provide Commissioning and Qualification support for facility, utility, and construction-related systems within a biotech/pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The role will support project execution from construction completion through commissioning, qualification, and turnover to operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support commissioning and qualification activities for new and modified facilities and utilities.
• Review construction drawings, P&IDs, equipment specifications, submittals, and vendor documentation.
• Support field walkdowns, system inspections, and construction completion verification.
• Develop and/or execute C&Q documentation, including:
  • Commissioning protocols
  • Installation Qualification (IQ)
  • Operational Qualification (OQ)
  • Turnover packages
  • Punch lists and discrepancy documentation
• Verify installation against approved drawings, specifications, and design requirements.
• Coordinate C&Q activities with Engineering, Construction, Quality, Operations, and contractors.
• Support system turnover from Construction to Commissioning/Qualification and Operations.
• Identify, document, and follow up on construction or qualification issues.
• Support change controls, deviations, and corrective actions as required.
• Ensure activities are performed in accordance with GMP requirements, site procedures, and applicable industry standards.

Typical Systems

• HVAC systems
• Cleanrooms and controlled environments
• Process and facility utilities
• Chilled water and hot water systems
• Compressed air and gases
• Plumbing and drainage systems
• Electrical and building support systems
• Facility monitoring and associated instrumentation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Construction Management, or related technical discipline preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in commissioning, qualification, engineering, construction, or facilities within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or another regulated industry.
• Experience reviewing engineering drawings and construction documentation.
• Knowledge of GMP practices and C&Q documentation.
• Strong field coordination, documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary project teams and contractors.
• Preferred Experience
• Experience supporting biotech or pharmaceutical facility construction projects.
• Familiarity with system turnover, mechanical completion, punch-list management, and startup activities.
• Experience executing IQ/OQ protocols for facility and utility systems.

At Validation & Engineering Group, people always come first. We believe that when you're empowered to do your best work, bold ideas thrive and real progress happens. This isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by shaping the future of healthcare and technology alongside a purpose-driven, supportive team.

Excited to build something meaningful together? We look forward to hearing from you.

Validation & Engineering Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.