Validation Engineer

Valspec; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Valspec is seeking a hands-on Validation Engineer (CQV) to support commissioning, qualification, and validation activities at a cutting-edge pharmaceutical facility in El Segundo, California. This role involves field-based work with equipment, utilities, facilities, and cleanroom systems within GMP manufacturing operations.

The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced project environments and has practical experience with facilities, HVAC, cleanrooms, and utility systems in life sciences

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of validation experience in pharmaceutical/biotech or similar regulated manufacturing environments.
• Direct experience authoring and executing validation protocols.
• Experience generating IQ/OQ/PQ documentation and validation summary reports.
• Strong understanding of cGMP documentation requirements.
• Experience scheduling and executing qualification activities.
• Facility qualification and utility qualification experience preferred (WFI, Purified Water, Clean Steam, Compressed Air, Process Gases).

Responsibilities

• Execute commissioning, qualification, and validation activities for GMP facilities and manufacturing systems.
• Develop and execute IQ, OQ, and PQ protocols.
• Generate validation protocols, summary reports, deviations, and protocol exceptions.
• Support qualification of facility systems, cleanrooms, HVAC systems, and GMP utilities.
• Schedule, coordinate, and execute qualification activities with cross-functional project teams.
• Review commissioning documentation and ensure readiness for qualification testing.
• Participate in project meetings as the CQV representative.
• Support startup, troubleshooting, and system turnover activities.
• Work directly in manufacturing and facility environments with significant field presence.

Skills

Hands-on engineer

Field presence

Technical writing

Interdepartmental collaboration

Self-starter

Job description

Valspec—a global provider of system validation and lifecycle services—provides commissioning and qualification of computerized systems for clients in the Life Sciences industry. Established in 1999, Valspec’s mission is to provide a wide spectrum of services that help its clients meet their capital project and lifecycle maintenance goals.

Valspec’s projects are critical to the industry, and to the people who rely on its products. Many projects ensure that life-changing drugs are available to those who need them; others streamline production to meet demand at a lower cost, allowing for the discovery of new and innovative therapies.

El Segundo, CA | Onsite | 6-Month Project | Start Date: November 2, 2026
Valspec | Life Sciences Commissioning, Qualification & Validation Experts
Based on Valspec's CQV and validation focus within regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.

Help Bring Life-Changing Therapies to Patients

Valspec is seeking a hands-on Validation Engineer (CQV) to support commissioning, qualification, and validation activities at a cutting-edge pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in El Segundo, California.

If you enjoy being in the field, working directly with equipment, utilities, facilities, and cleanroom systems, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a team of experienced validation professionals supporting critical GMP manufacturing operations.

This role is ideal for engineers who thrive in fast-paced project environments and have practical experience with Facilities, HVAC, Cleanrooms, and Utility Systems within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or aseptic manufacturing operations.

Located in the heart of Southern California's biotech and aerospace corridor, El Segundo offers easy access to numerous communities with reasonable commuting options, including:

• Manhattan Beach
• Hawthorne
• Inglewood
• Culver City
• Long Beach
• Carson
• Huntington Beach (for candidates comfortable with a longer commute)

Enjoy year-round sunshine, coastal living, excellent restaurants, and easy access to beaches while supporting impactful pharmaceutical manufacturing projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute commissioning, qualification, and validation activities for GMP facilities and manufacturing systems.
• Develop and execute IQ, OQ, and PQ protocols.
• Generate validation protocols, summary reports, deviations, and protocol exceptions.
• Support qualification of facility systems, cleanrooms, HVAC systems, and GMP utilities.
• Schedule, coordinate, and execute qualification activities with cross-functional project teams.
• Review commissioning documentation and ensure readiness for qualification testing.
• Participate in project meetings as the CQV representative.
• Support startup, troubleshooting, and system turnover activities.
• Work directly in manufacturing and facility environments with significant field presence.

Required Experience

Must Have

• 2-4 years of validation experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, cell therapy, gene therapy, or similar regulated manufacturing environments.
• Equipment Validation (CQV) experience within a life sciences manufacturing environment.
• Direct experience authoring and executing validation protocols.
• Experience generating IQ/OQ/PQ documentation, validation summary reports, and protocol exceptions.
• Strong understanding of cGMP documentation requirements.
• Experience scheduling and executing qualification activities.

Strongly Preferred

• Facility Qualification experience.
• Utility Qualification experience including systems such as:
  • WFI
  • Purified Water
  • Clean Steam
  • Compressed Air
  • Process Gases
• Experience supporting aseptic manufacturing, fill-finish, biotech, or sterile processing environments.
• Familiarity with ASTM E2500 and modern CQV methodologies.
• Ability to work independently in a highly collaborative project environment.

What We're Looking For

• Hands-on, field-oriented engineer
• Comfortable working onsite daily
• Strong technical writing skills
• Ability to interface with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Validation teams
• Self-starter who enjoys solving problems and driving project execution

About Valspec

Valspec is a specialized Commissioning, Qualification, Validation, Automation, and Digital GxP consulting organization supporting leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies across North America. Since 1999, Valspec has delivered high-quality engineering and compliance solutions that help bring lifesaving therapies to market. Valspec is an ESOP company focused on technical excellence, integrity, and employee ownership.

Compensation

Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000 annually

Salary range is an estimate for project-based employment and varies based on experience, qualifications, and employment type. Higher compensation may be available for highly qualified consultants, independent contractors, or short-term project assignments.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join Valspec and help support the facilities and manufacturing systems that deliver critical therapies to patients around the world.

Why Join Valspec?

At Valspec, we offer more than just a job — we provide a career experience rooted in a standout culture, collaborative environment, and a strong sense of ownership. As an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, every team member has a stake in our success, fostering a shared commitment to excellence and innovation. We also offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Premium medical coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• And more — all designed to support your growth, well-being, and future.

Join a team where your contributions matter, your development is prioritized, and your success is shared.

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship. Also, we are not interested in working on a corp-to-corp basis with other companies at this time.

Valspec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected class. We are committed to providing a professional environment free of any discrimination or harassment, and we are proud to be a Drug-Free Workplace.

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