Associate QA Software Validation Engineer

BioMerieux • Hazelwood, MO

15h • Hybrid

About The Position

bioMérieux is seeking an Associate QA Software Validation Engineer to support computer system validation (CSV) and non-product software quality activities at the St. Louis site. This role is ideal for an early-career quality or validation professional looking to build experience in a regulated manufacturing environment. The Associate QA Software Validation Engineer will support validation initiatives, maintain the validated state of systems, and ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and internal quality standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences, or related field preferred), or 4 years of direct computer system validation experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology or medical device industry in lieu of degree.
• Ability to work in a regulated environment (pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or healthcare).
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel).

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of computer system validation or quality engineering experience in a regulated industry.
• Basic knowledge of: FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and Part 11
• ISO 13485
• cGMPs and GAMP principles
• Understanding of validation and qualification concepts.

Responsibilities

• Execute computer system and equipment validation activities under the guidance of validation leads.
• Develop, review, and execute validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ), test scripts, and reports.
• Review and approve validation lifecycle documentation including URS, risk assessments, GxP and ERES assessments.
• Support change control activities, ensuring system changes are properly evaluated and validated.
• Perform periodic reviews and requalifications to maintain the validated state of computer systems and equipment.
• Participate in anomaly and deviation resolution in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Support site non-product software risk assessments and FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance activities.
• Assist with CAPAs, investigations, waivers, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in QA oversight activities related to non-product software, MES, calibration, maintenance, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate validation files and documentation in accordance with site and global procedures.
• Perform all work in compliance with company quality policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options
• Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match.
• Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter Benefits
• Various voluntary benefit offerings
• Discount programs
• Parental leaves

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level