CQV Engineer, General Application

IPS - Integrated Project Services, LLC; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 67,050 - 111,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Educational assistance

Job summary

IPS – CQV Engineer is a role within IPS that supports Commissioning, Qualification and Validation activities for life sciences facilities. The engineer will perform cGMP-based CQV services, write CQV documents, conduct field activities, and ensure compliance with IPS standards and regulatory requirements.

This position involves extensive travel to client sites as needed. Required is a Bachelor of Science in Engineering with 2+ years of relevant CQV experience and exposure to GMP utilities,

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering is required.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in CQV/validation.
• Experience in Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Medical Device Design, Construction, Commissioning, Validation, or QA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Write C/Q/V documents following established IPS templates (PQC reports, SOPs, URS/FRS/DDS).
• Perform field/site activities: attend/witness FATs/SATs, execute C/Q/V protocols, walkdowns, and data packages.
• Assist in deviation investigation and issue resolution during field execution.
• Provide feedback and reports to project leaders and management on status and issues.

Skills

CQV experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Job description

IPS – CQV Engineer

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a talented CQV Engineer to join our team supporting Commissioning, Qualification and Validation.

In this role, you will perform cGMP compliance-based services (commissioning, qualification, validation, consulting, etc.) as developed and defined in project agreements with IPS clients. You will also follow IPS and client standards and requirements, overall good industry practices for C/Q/V services, and regulatory requirements. You may also perform standalone commissioning services for non-FDA-regulated clients.

Additional Responsibilities

• Write C/Q/V documents following established standards and templates, including but not limited to the following:
  • Commissioning Forms
  • C/Q/V Protocols and Summary Reports
  • Standard Operating Procedures
  • Impact Assessments
  • Specifications (URS/FRS/DDS)
  • FATS/SATs
• Perform field/site activities, including, but not limited to, the following:
  • Attend and witness FATs and SATs as a representative of IPS clients.
  • Execution of commissioning forms and witnessing of vendor start-up and testing.
  • Execution of C/Q/V protocols.
  • Walkdown and verification of system drawings (P&IDs, as-builts, etc.)
  • Compile data and prepare reports for completed C/Q/V activities, including ETOPs, protocol data packages, etc.
  • Assist in deviation investigation and resolution of problems and issues encountered during field execution activities.
  • Work with the Project Delivery department or CM for start-up and vendor testing. Witness and troubleshoot as required.
• Primary responsibilities include C/Q/V of equipment and systems, including CSV and automation, supporting pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device industries.
• Read, understand, and utilize the IPS Best Practices and SOPs for the delivery of compliance services.
• Perform work to meet IPS budget requirements and quality standards.
• Provide consistent, complete, and timely feedback and reports to IPS project leaders, project managers, or management of project status and issues, as requested.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering.
• 2+ years of relevant experience.

• Experience in Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Medical Device Design, Construction, Commissioning, Validation, or QA.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in writing and execution of PFC, FC, IQ, OQ, and PQ forms/protocols for GMP Utilities, Equipment, Systems, and Software.
• General exposure and experience in a GMP/Validation discipline with a knowledge and understanding of

  pharmaceutical Design/Build/Commission/Validate processes and how they relate to regulatory requirements and cGMP regulations within the E.U. and U.S. FDA.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to: stand, sit, and walk for prolonged periods, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as required.
• Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds and climb ladders as necessary.

Work Environment

• Can work in both indoor and outdoor environments, which may include exposure to varying working conditions.
• Can adhere to strict cleanroom gowning protocols.

Travel

• This position will have up to 100% travel, or as required by the assigned project.
• Position may be assigned to the client site for an extended period of time.
• Overnight travel or staying in the city of the Client's location is possible, depending on the assignment.
• Travel will be per the IPS Travel Policy, client-specific travel policy, or project-specific travel plan.
• Must have access to reliable transportation.

Safety

• This position is a safety-sensitive position.
• The employee is designated for field work and attends activities at client sites where they work in construction, process, packaging, manufacturing, research, or other "non-administrative" areas.

Full-Time Employee (FTE)

IPS offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well‑being, and professional growth. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, flexible spending accounts, and educational assistance.

Additional Incentives

• Pay for certifications 75% and give raises after completion.
• Pay $5,000 referral bonuses
• Reimburse one industry membership fee 100% per year like AFCOM and BCxA.
• Pay billable overtime after 40 hours at a straight time rate - even as an exempt salary employee.
• Additional incentives within IPS are available

Project-Based Employee (PBE)

IPS offers a benefits package designed to support your health, financial well‑being, and work‑life balance. Our offerings include comprehensive medical and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

The salary offered for this role is between $67,050 and $111,750, but the actual salary offered is dependent on experience, skill set, and education.

About Us

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in technical consulting, architecture, engineering, procurement, construction management, commissioning, qualification, and validation services for technically complex facilities. Integration is how we think and work. It requires the ability to unite existing and emerging technologies into a process that reliably delivers products and accelerates speed to market. That end-to-end mindset allows us to be agile and anticipate challenges as we move projects toward operational readiness. IPS applies design and delivery expertise, client-side experience, and supplier-side insight to every project. We infuse our curiosity, our passion, and our commitment to partnership in delivering solutions at any scale. We meet our clients where they are and get them to where they need to go. That's only possible when we care as much as our clients do.

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV, and Staffing Services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.