Quality Engineer II

Socket.dev; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (HDHP with HSA; PPO)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (medical; de

Short Term Disability | Long Term

Paid Time Off (4 weeks/year)

Parental Leave

Paid Holidays (9 + 5)

401k with Employer Match

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

BioAgilytix in Durham, NC seeks a Quality Engineer II to provide QA oversight of computer validations and equipment qualifications, partnering with cross‑functional teams to meet business needs.

You will oversee validation activities (LIMS/ELN/QCBD), maintain QA systems, and ensure compliance with GxP regulations and 21 CFR Part 11. A bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in pharma are required, with strong documentation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, IT, CS, or related field required.
• Minimum five years’ experience in pharma/GxP/regulatory environment.
• Direct hands-on experience with computer systems validation and/or equipment qualifications.
• Direct hands-on experience with GxP regulations (FDA, EPA, EU, ICH, USP, ISO).

Responsibilities

• Provides QA guidance in development and revision of computer system and equipment procedures and policies (validations, change control, security).
• Ensures activities related to computer systems and equipment qualifications comply with GxPs and regulatory parts.
• Performs quality review of SOPs, policies, and validation/equipment master plans.
• Oversees validation/qualification projects with cross‑functional teams (e.g., LIMS, ELN, QCBD, equipment software).
• Manages QA for Quality Management Systems (ZenQMS, Blue Mountain).
• Oversees electronic archives upkeep and validation status listings.
• Reviews and approves equipment out-of-tolerance investigations.
• Qualifies vendors/contractors for validation activities.
• Ensures periodic reviews and follow-up actions are completed.
• Approves validation documentation for new/existing systems/equipment.
• Reviews deviations/incidents and drives corrective actions.
• Acts as QA representative during IT testing and regulatory inspections.
• Reviews change controls and Out of Tolerances for timely closure.
• Performs duties with minimal QA engineer management oversight.
• Other duties as needed.

Skills

GxP knowledge

Computer system validation

Equipment qualification

QA oversight

LIMS

GAMP guidelines

Validation engineering

IT infrastructure

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, information technology, computer science, or related discipline

5+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical/GxP/regulated environment

Hands-on experience with computer systems validation and/or equipment qualifications

GxP regulations (FDA, EPA, EU, ICH, USP, ISO)

Tools

LIMS

QMS software (ZenQMS, Blue Mountain)

ELN

Microsoft Office

Job description

At BioAgilytix, we are passionate about premier science and the impact it has on our world. Our team of highly experienced scientists and professionals deliver tailored services for supporting new medicine breakthroughs with best‑in‑class bioanalytical services. We are tirelessly committed to our customers by being solution‑oriented and deadline‑driven. . . and we are growing. Our culture is fast‑paced, fun and never boring. Because we work across numerous clients and drug modalities, your career can develop rapidly. You’ll gain experience with a variety of challenges all while you enable life‑changing, life‑saving therapeutics to the patients who need them.

The Quality Engineer II is responsible for providing quality assurance (QA) oversight of computer validations and equipment qualifications. He or she is responsible for maintaining a strong collaborative partnership with cross‑functional team members that facilitates organizational success and meets business needs.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provides quality guidance in the development and revision of computer system and equipment procedures and policies (e.g. validations, change control, security)
• Ensures all activities related to applicable computer systems and equipment qualifications are in compliance with national/international GxPs, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, Annex 15, and GAMPs
• Performs the quality review of SOPs, policies, and the computer validation and equipment qualification master plan, as required
• Responsible for QA oversight of the computer system validation and equipment management programs as well as working with other departments/consultants/vendors to plan, implement, and complete all validation/qualification projects (e.g. LIMS, ELN, QCBD, equipment software, etc.)
• Responsible for system administration of Quality Management Systems (e.g. ZenQMS, Blue Mountain)
• Responsible for electronic Archives oversight
• Responsible for the maintenance of the Computer System Validation Status listing and Equipment Master Listing
• Reviews and approves equipment out of tolerances investigations
• Performs vendor qualification of vendors, contractors, consultants, and technicians that will participate in computer validation/equipment qualification activities
• Confirms periodic reviews of validated computer systems and equipment are performed, including reviewing periodic reviews and confirm all required follow‑up actions are completed
• Responsible for QA review and approval of validation documentation for new and existing computer systems/equipment subject to validation
• Reviews and approves for QA, deviations incident reports for executed validation and qualification documents. Ensures assignable causes are identified and addresses corrective actions, as needed
• Serves as QA representative for the testing of the Business Continuity (e.g. IT testing) and computer system validations and equipment qualification during regulatory agency and sponsor inspections
• Responsible for QA review and approval of change controls and Out of Tolerances to ensure timely closure
• Perform duties with minimal QA Engineer Management oversite

Additional Responsibilities

• Other duties as needed

Minimum Preferred Qualifications - Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, information technology, computer science, or related discipline
• Not less than five (5) years’ experience in pharmaceutical/GxP/regulated environment
• Direct hands‑on experience with computer systems validation and/or equipment qualifications

Direct hands‑on experience with GxP regulations (FDA, EPA, EU, ICH, USP, ASTM and ISO)

Minimum Preferred Qualifications - Skills

• Project management skills not required but preferred.
• Knowledge of and technical competency in GAMP guidelines and evaluating systems lifecycle principles
• Ability to provide QA oversight for the implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of a LIMS system, ensuring the system remains in a validated state throughout its lifecycle.
• Ability to apply validation engineering principles to the design and implementation of projects
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure and information database systems
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company procedures/policies
• Ability to work in fast‑paced environment where multiple projects are in process and must be completed in a timely manner
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work within constantly changing priorities
• Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position has no supervisory responsibility

Supervision Received

• Infrequent supervision and instructions
• Frequently exercises discretionary authority

Working Environment

• Primarily office
• Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full‑time position
• Some flexibility in hours is allowed, by the employee must be available during the “core” work hours as published in the BioAgilytix Employee Handbook
• Occasional weekend, holiday, and evening work required

BENEFITS AND OTHER PERKS

• Medical Insurance (HDHP with HSA; PPO), Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (medical; dependent care), Short Term Disability | Long Term Disability Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (4 weeks per year), Parental Leave, Paid Holidays (9 scheduled; 5 floating), 401k with Employer Match, Employee Referral Program

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