Sr. Computer Systems Validation Engineer

Regulatory Toolkit; United States; Remoto; USD 96.000 - 126.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Medical coverage

401(k)

Parental leave

Fertility benefits

Paid time off

Resumo da vaga

CooperSurgical is seeking a Senior Computer Systems Validation Engineer to lead validation activities for global computerized systems in regulated environments. You will drive the corporate CSV framework, oversee critical programs, and ensure inspection readiness across the organization.

You will partner with IT, QA, Regulatory, PMO, and R&D to define requirements, risk assessments, and test documentation. Strong leadership and communication are essential in this role.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of Computer Systems Validation experience in QA/compliance environments.
• Experience with CSV/QMS systems and regulatory inspections.

Responsabilidades

• Lead CSV tasks and deliverables across system lifecycles.
• Guide CSV strategy and governance for compliance and CSA.
• Mentor project teams in lifecycle methodology and testing.
• Ensure inspection readiness and documentation for regulatory audits.

Conhecimentos

CSV

Quality Assurance

Regulatory compliance

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Formação

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or related field

Ferramentas

Agile PLM

MasterControl

IQVIA

JIRA

Descrição da vaga

Scope

The Senior Computer Systems Validation Engineeris responsible for validation of global computer systems, monitoring changes with regulations, and assists team members for CSI’s corporate Computer Systems Validation (CSV) strategy to meet all applicable regulations.

Job Summary

The Senior Computer Systems Validation Engineer provides strategic leadership and technical expertise for the validation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of computerized systems used in regulated environments. This role is responsible for establishing and maintaining the corporate CSV framework, overseeing critical programs and complex enterprise systems, ensuring regulatory inspection readiness, and driving a risk‑based, inspection‑ready validation culture across the organization.

Essential Functions & Accountabilities

• Lead and guide Computer Systems Validation tasks and deliverables through enterprise and high‑risk programs throughout the systems life cycle.

• Propose streamlined approaches for CSV strategy and governance to meet compliance and usage of CSA.

• Ability to lead validation projects and/or validation tasks/phases of larger projects (including eQMS and Quality Systems).

• Drive inspection readiness and continuous improvement in CSV team.

• Train and mentor project team personnel (testers, business systems analysts) in computer systems lifecycle methodology.

• Work closely with IT, manufacturing, quality control, quality assurance, infrastructure, projgram management, and other teams to provide guidance on CSV.

• Provide guidance with functional/end user requirements, compliance, and system specifications, and ensure proper documentation is maintained to drive operational excellence.

• Provide test execution training and assist teams with discrepancy management.

• Support process owners for quality management systems and associated policies, procedures, and work instructions.

• Oversee requirements traceability matrices for completeness of appropriate documentation and testing for user specific requirements. Review and identify critical issues.

• Ensure compliance with internal and external computer system lifecycle policies and regulations.

• Communicate effectively with users to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions with project/QA Operations/Quality Management/Regulatory/IT Compliance.

• Ensure issues are identified, tracked, reported, and resolved in a timely manner. Perform other duties as assigned.

  Travel: This position may require 5-10% domestic and/or foreign travel.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience in Computer Systems Validation, Software Quality Assurance, and Quality Management Systems.

• Knowledge of Systems Delivery/Development Lifecycle Management (SDLC) and Change Management methodologies.

• Familiarity with computer systems in support of GxP operations, and Computer System Validation documentation including, the authoring of plans, requirements, risk assessments, test protocols, test reports, traceability matrices, and summary reports.

• Experience and knowledge of various QMSs, Agile PLM, MasterControl, Veeva, TrackWise, or equivalent systems.

• Regulatory requirements including: CSV, CSA, FDA 21 CFR Parts 11, 58, 211, 820, and 1271; GAMP, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971.

• Ability to effectively engage and collaborate with cross‑functional teams such as: IT, Regulatory, Quality Assurance, PMO, R&D, project stakeholders, business owners, system owners, etc.

• Knowledge of business enterprise functions and processes. Experienced in organizing meetings.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify issues, evaluate options, and implement effective solutions.

• Ability to adapt to a fast and dynamic environment and effectively engage with various functional and technical teams.

• Skilled in developing, following, and maintaining procedures and supporting documentation to ensure compliance and consistency.

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills (ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders).

• Effective time management skills with proven adaptability to shifting priorities, resource changes, and scheduling adjustments.

• Ability to work independently and within teams (collaborative environment); self‑motivated, self‑directed, and detail oriented.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft D365, and Adobe Acrobat.

• Experience/knowledge of Agile PLM, MasterControl, IQVIA, or equivalent QMS system.

• Experience/knowledge of Waterfall, Agile, or Hybrid software development.

• Experience/knowledge of automated systems for following activities/functions is preferred: QMSs, ERPs, LIMS, Change/Incident Management (ServiceNow), Requirements and Testing (DevOps, JIRA, etc.), and Project/Task Management.

Work Environment

• Prolonged periods of sitting, especially in front of a computer.

• Potential exposure to different manufacturing environments and following various safety protocols.

Experience

• 7 +years of experience in the assigned function's business process, engineering, and supporting systems for QA and Compliance departments.

• 5+ years of experience in Computer Systems Validation

Education

• Bachelor of Science Degree, Computer Engineering, or relevant science field required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Our Benefits

As an employee of CooperSurgical, you'll receive an outstanding total compensation plan. As we believe your compensation goes beyond your paycheck, we offer a great compensation package, medical coverage, 401(k), parental leave, fertility benefits, paid time off for vacation, personal, sick and holidays, and multiple other perks and benefits. Please visit us at www.coopersurgical.com to learn more about CooperSurgical and the benefits of becoming a member of our team.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

For U.S. locations that require disclosure of compensation, the starting base payfor this role is between$96,441 - $126,000.00 annually. Theactual base payincludes many factors and is subject to change and modification in the future. This position may also be eligible for other types of compensation and benefits.