Onsite Downstream CQV Engineer - Biologics Startup

ZP Group; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Piper Companies is seeking a Downstream CQV Engineer in Holly Springs, NC, to execute CQV activities on a greenfield biologics startup. The role emphasizes hands-on field work, IQ/OQ/PQ protocol execution, and strict GMP adherence on-site.

The ideal candidate brings 2-5 years of CQV experience in pharma or biotech, with a strong track record on process equipment and utilities, and a engineering/life sciences background. This full-time onsite position offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience supporting CQV activities in pharma, biotech, or life sciences manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience executing IQ, OQ, and PQ protocols for equipment, utilities, or systems.
• Strong field execution background to work directly on the manufacturing floor during startup/qualification.
• Familiarity with GMP regulations, validation lifecycle principles, and commissioning best practices.

Responsibilities

• Execute commissioning, qualification, and validation activities for downstream process equipment and supporting systems.
• Perform IQ, OQ, and PQ protocol execution, documentation, and troubleshooting.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and project teams to ensure smooth transitions from construction to qualification.
• Support field verification activities, walkdowns, punch list resolution, and turnover package reviews during startup.
• Ensure all CQV activities comply with GMP and site procedures.

Skills

CQV execution

GMP compliance

On-site startup

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field

Tools

IQ/OQ/PQ protocols

Job description

Piper Companies is seeking a Downstream CQV Engineer in Holly Springs, NC, to execute CQV activities on a greenfield biologics startup. The role emphasizes hands-on field work, IQ/OQ/PQ protocol execution, and strict GMP adherence on-site.

The ideal candidate brings 2-5 years of CQV experience in pharma or biotech, with a strong track record on process equipment and utilities, and a engineering/life sciences background. This full-time onsite position offers comprehensive benefits.