Validation Engineer - Pharmaceutical Equipment

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid & retirement fund

Professional development

Modern Paarl facility

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Validation Engineer in Paarl to ensure pharmaceutical equipment, utilities, and processes meet GMP standards. You will develop and execute validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ), maintain validation docs, and collaborate with engineering and QA to support compliant production.

The role requires aEngineering degree and at least 2 years in pharmaceutical validation, with strong technical writing skills and attention to regulatory detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical) required.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in validation engineering within pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical industries.
• Thorough understanding of GMP and IQ/OQ/PQ principles.
• Experience with qualification of process equipment, utilities, and analytical instruments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and document validation protocols (IQ, OQ, PQ) for pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment and systems.
• Ensure all validation activities comply with GMP, FDA, and other regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain validation documentation including validation master plans and reports.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to equipment qualification and validation.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams to support validation efforts.

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a meticulous Validation Engineer to join their technical operations team in Paarl . This role is essential for ensuring that all pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, utilities, and processes meet stringent regulatory requirements and are fit for their intended purpose. You will be responsible for developing and executing validation protocols, maintaining validation documentation, and ensuring compliance with GMP standards. This position is critical to maintaining the integrity and quality of pharmaceutical production, offering a stable and important role within the manufacturing sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and document validation protocols (IQ, OQ, PQ) for pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment and systems.
• Ensure all validation activities comply with GMP, FDA, and other relevant regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain validation documentation, including validation master plans and reports.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to equipment qualification and validation.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams to support validation efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical) or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in validation engineering within the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry.
• Thorough understanding of GMP and validation principles (IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Experience with qualification of process equipment, utilities, and analytical instruments.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Professional development opportunities and training in validation methodologies.
• A well-equipped facility in Paarl with opportunities to work with modern pharmaceutical technology.
• A collaborative environment focused on ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance.