Onsite Validation Technician – Autoclave & Thermal Mapping

CBRE; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Validation Maintenance Technician to support thermal mapping and validation activities for autoclaves and temperature-controlled environments in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing setting. This onsite role in Fort Dodge, IA requires hands-on technical expertise, precise documentation, and the ability to work independently with cross-functional teams.

You will execute validation protocols, calibrate equipment, set up tests, collect samples, analyze data, and prepare

Qualifications

• Proficiency in mechanical expertise.
• Working knowledge of validation principles in regulated manufacturing.
• Familiarity with autoclave operation and cycle handling.
• Understanding USDA and 9CFR regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience implementing CAPA.
• High attention to documentation and execution of validation activities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review upcoming assignments in weekly planning meetings.
• Evaluate autoclave systems to understand operational criteria, utilities, and sanitary connections.
• Generate and modify validation protocols specific to autoclave and cycle parameters.
• Set up and execute validation tasks using appropriate instrumentation and software.
• Calibrate sensors and verify performance using built-in software and reference tools.
• Collaborate with Process Engineers and Production personnel to design validation load patterns.
• Install thermocouple wires and biological indicators in load configurations.
• Execute thermal mapping studies and retrieve biological samples for testing.
• Document all validation activities and findings in real-time during protocol execution.
• Analyze thermal mapping data and generate qualification and summary reports.
• Investigate deviations, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Repeat validation cycles as required based on load pattern frequency and protocol scope.

Skills

Mechanical expertise

Validation principles

Autoclave operation

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

CAPA experience

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

CBRE is seeking a Validation Maintenance Technician to support thermal mapping and validation activities for autoclaves and temperature-controlled environments in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing setting. This onsite role in Fort Dodge, IA requires hands-on technical expertise, precise documentation, and the ability to work independently with cross-functional teams.

You will execute validation protocols, calibrate equipment, set up tests, collect samples, analyze data, and prepare