Senior Process Engineer / CQV Validation Engineer

Veg Group; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Senior Process Engineer / CQV Validation Engineer to lead process engineering, qualification, validation, and GMP documentation deliverables while supporting operations and projects.

The role is hands-on, requires independent execution, and requires collaboration with Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality teams; on-site with limited remote work based on project needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Process Engineering, Validation, CQV, Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute manufacturing process characterization studies.
• Perform process capability assessments and data analysis.
• Conduct manufacturing line evaluations and performance assessments.
• Support process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide equipment startup, troubleshooting, and operational readiness support.
• Lead root cause investigations and support corrective actions.
• Develop and execute engineering studies supporting manufacturing objectives and process improvements.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality teams.

Skills

Process engineering

CQV

Validation

GMP

IQ/OQ/PQ

Documentation

Root cause analysis

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Senior Process Engineer / CQV Validation Engineer

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. (V&EG) a Pinnaql company is a leading services supplier who provides solutions for the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Chemical, Food, and Medical Devices industries in the following areas: Laboratory, Compliance, Computer, Engineering, Project Management, Validation, and other services.

We are seeking a talented, dedicated individual committed to work under the highest ethics standards for the following position:

• Senior Process Engineer / CQV Validation Engineer

This is a hands-on role for a senior professional capable of independently executing and driving process engineering, qualification, validation, and GMP documentation deliverables while supporting ongoing manufacturing operations and strategic projects.

• Schedule: Approximately 40 hours per week, with flexibility to support additional hours when required to meet project milestones, validation schedules, and manufacturing needs
• Work Model: Primarily on-site. Limited remote work may be permitted based on project requirements and management approval

Key Responsibilities:

Process Engineering & Manufacturing Support

• Lead and execute manufacturing process characterization studies.
• Perform process capability assessments and data analysis.
• Conduct manufacturing line evaluations and performance assessments.
• Support process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide equipment startup, troubleshooting, and operational readiness support.
• Lead root cause investigations and support implementation of corrective actions.
• Develop and execute engineering studies supporting manufacturing objectives and process improvements.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality teams.

CQV, Qualification & Validation

• Develop and execute IQ, OQ, and PQ protocols.
• Support qualification of new and existing manufacturing equipment and systems.
• Execute system verification and validation activities.
• Lead process validation planning, execution, data analysis, and reporting.
• Provide commissioning and qualification support.
• Support the full validation lifecycle from planning and protocol development through execution, deviation resolution, and final report approval.
• Manage protocol deviations, exceptions, and associated investigations.
• Support change control assessments and implementation activities.
• Develop validation summary reports and final project deliverables.

GMP Documentation
Author, revise, and support approval of technical documentation including:

• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Batch Records
• Manufacturing Instructions
• Process Evaluation Reports
• Process Characterization Protocols and Reports
• Process Validation Protocols and Reports
• Equipment Qualification Documentation
• Engineering Study Protocols and Reports
• Technical Assessments
• Change Controls
• User Requirements and supporting qualification documentation

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Process Engineering, Validation, CQV, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience within Medical Device, IVD, Diagnostics, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, or another FDA-regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of GMP requirements and regulated documentation practices.
• Demonstrated experience authoring and executing IQ/OQ/PQ protocols.
• Hands-on experience with process characterization and process validation.
• Experience supporting equipment qualification and system verification.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Experience with change controls, deviations, CAPAs, and risk assessments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently manage deliverables and collaborate effectively across multiple functional groups.

At Validation & Engineering Group, people always come first. We believe that when you're empowered to do your best work, bold ideas thrive and real progress happens. This isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by shaping the future of healthcare and technology alongside a purpose-driven, supportive team.

Excited to build something meaningful together? We look forward to hearing from you.

Validation & Engineering Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.