Cleaning Validation Engineer

cGxPServe Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 59,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the biopharmaceutical sector is seeking a Cleaning Validation Subject Matter Expert (SME) to oversee cleaning validation processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The role involves working on CIP methodologies, conducting MACO assessments, and leading validation efforts across large-scale equipment like bioreactors and tanks. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in cleaning validation, method validation, and regulatory compliance, contributing significantly to the operational success of the company.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in cleaning validation focused on CIP.
• Proven expertise in cleaning validation protocol execution and method validation.
• Hands-on experience with large-scale biopharmaceutical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead cleaning validation activities, including CIP development and execution.
• Conduct cleaning validation studies and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical training on cleaning validation principles to team members.

Skills

Cleaning Validation

MACO Calculations

CIP Processes

Technical Writing

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline

Tools

KNEAT

Job description

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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Cleaning Validation Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead and execute cleaning validation activities in a dynamic biopharmaceutical environment. This role focuses on Cleaning-In-Place (CIP) processes, cleaning validation execution, and large equipment cleaning strategies, including bioreactors. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in cleaning validation, MACO (Maximum Allowable Carryover) assessments, and method validation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Cleaning Validation Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead and execute cleaning validation activities in a dynamic biopharmaceutical environment. This role focuses on Cleaning-In-Place (CIP) processes, cleaning validation execution, and large equipment cleaning strategies, including bioreactors. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in cleaning validation, MACO (Maximum Allowable Carryover) assessments, and method validation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead cleaning validation activities, including CIP cycle development, execution, and optimization for large equipment (e.g., bioreactors, tanks, and ancillary systems).
• Conduct cleaning validation studies, execute protocols (IOQ/PQ), and ensure thorough documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA).
• Perform MACO calculations and assessments to determine acceptable residue limits for equipment cleaning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and execute cleaning validation strategies and methodologies.
• Develop and execute cleaning validation protocols and reports, ensuring compliance with cGMPs and ALCOA+ principles.
• Provide subject matter expertise in cleaning validation execution and troubleshooting for cleaning processes.
• Lead method validation efforts related to cleaning validation (e.g., swab and rinse sampling).
• Ensure alignment with process and equipment design specifications for cleaning requirements.
• Provide technical training and guidance to operators and validation personnel on cleaning validation principles and techniques.
• Support audits and inspections by providing cleaning validation documentation and expertise.
• May participate in shift work as required to support cleaning validation activities during different phases of production.
  
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline (e.g., Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemistry) or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in cleaning validation, with a strong focus on CIP processes and large equipment.
• Proven expertise in MACO calculations, cleaning validation protocol execution, and method validation techniques.
• Familiarity with biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes and regulatory standards (21 CFR Part 11, ICH Q7, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with large-scale equipment, including bio-reactors, tanks, and associated cleaning systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot cleaning-related issues effectively.
• Excellent technical writing and documentation skills.
• Flexibility to workday and night shifts as operational needs evolve.
• Experience in a large-scale biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• MACO- MUST.
• KNEAT experience a plus.
• Knowledge of automated cleaning systems and CIP equipment design.
• Familiarity with process validation and cross-contamination control strategies.
• Small Parts COP and CIP execution experience.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Research Services

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