Senior CQV Project Engineer – Manufacturing

Elanco in; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Elanco seeks a Senior Associate - Manufacturing Engineering (CQV) to lead the Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation program at the Fort Dodge site. You will provide technical leadership to ensure equipment and systems are Commissioned, Qualified, and Validated in GMP alignment while driving improvements across the site.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and cross-functional teams to standardize processes, manage external resources, and uphold a strong safety culture in a

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of Commissioning, Qualification and Validation (CQV) experience in life sciences, pharma, biotech, or manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of GMP regulations, equipment commissioning, qualification and validation; proven leadership and project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead CQV program for the Fort Dodge site, ensuring compliance with Elanco standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and improve CQV processes, including SOPs, templates, and qualification documentation.
• Provide technical oversight for equipment commissioning, qualification, validation, and related engineering projects.
• Drive continuous improvement through Lean principles and cross-functional collaboration.
• Promote safety culture by evaluating equipment and systems for risk and ensuring compliant operations.

Skills

GMP regulations

CQV experience

Project management

Leadership

Job description

Elanco seeks a Senior Associate - Manufacturing Engineering (CQV) to lead the Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation program at the Fort Dodge site. You will provide technical leadership to ensure equipment and systems are Commissioned, Qualified, and Validated in GMP alignment while driving improvements across the site.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and cross-functional teams to standardize processes, manage external resources, and uphold a strong safety culture in a