Validation Engineer

Are you an experienced Validation Engineer looking for your next challenge? We are currently hiring an Engineering Specialist (Validation) to join a leading biopharmaceutical company at their state-of-the-art Carlow site. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced cGMP regulatory environment, supporting critical validation activities in sterile manufacturing.

About the Role:

The successful candidate will be responsible for executing and supporting validation processes across multiple areas, including:

• Sterilisation - Autoclaves, SIP of vessels

• Cleaning Validation - Parts Washer and CIP of vessels

• Isolators - HVAC, VHP, E-Beam, Depyrogenation

• Controlled Temperature Units (CTU) - Temperature/Humidity Mapping

• Filter Validation & Container Closure Integrity Validation

Key Responsibilities:

• Author, review, approve, and execute qualification/validation documentation and cycle development studies.

• Lead change controls and resolve technical issues during study execution.

• Perform root cause analysis for system failures and drive continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

• Act as the validation representative for cross-functional projects and technical forums.

• Support regulatory audits and ensure compliance with cGMP standards.

• Provide technical input into investigations and risk assessments.

• Work collaboratively with Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams to optimize validation processes.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Relevant degree in Applied Pharmaceutical/Biological/Chemical Sciences, Technical/Engineering fields.

• Proven track record in validation within a GMP manufacturing environment.

• Experience with thermal mapping, exception/deviation management, and change control.

• Strong ability to analyze complex data and link findings to equipment performance.

• Knowledge of automation systems (DeltaV), process monitoring, and operational intelligence systems (Pi System) is advantageous.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Why Apply?

• Work with a leading biopharmaceutical company in an advanced GMP facility.

• Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and high-performance environment.

• Competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.
  
  

The Next Step for You

Should this position be of interest, please apply through LinkedIn with an up-to-date CV to Jessica from Next Generation Recruitment or call us on the main line at 016629120.

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