6589 - Deviation Investigator / Validation Engineer

Verista • Indianapolis, IN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Verista is seeking a Deviation Investigator / Validation Engineer to support life sciences clients in the pharmaceutical industry. The role leads deviation and out-of-specification (OOS) investigations, root cause analysis, CAPA development, and change controls. It includes producing clear, defensible investigation reports and risk-appropriate CAPA plans that meet ALCOA+ data integrity standards and can withstand regulatory scrutiny. The position is onsite in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Verista describes itself as a people-focused, fast-paced organization that supports growth, innovation, teamwork, client success, inclusion, and ongoing learning. The national U.S. salary range is $69,300–$102,623, with actual compensation dependent on job-related factors and potentially outside the stated range.

Requirements

• Undergraduate engineering or STEM degree preferred, such as mechanical, chemical, or biomedical engineering.
• 1–3 years of experience.
• Proficiency using a PC and Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers in clear, concise terms.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and clear communication capabilities.
• Experience with and tolerance for high levels of challenge and change.
• Ability to work onsite in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Nice To Haves

• Some pharmaceutical experience is preferred.
• Deviation investigation remediation and/or quality experience is a plus.
• New college graduates with internship experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead deviation and out-of-specification (OOS) investigations, using structured root cause analysis methods to determine root causes.
• Author deviation reports and CAPA plans with clear, defensible rationale that meets ALCOA+ data integrity standards and regulatory scrutiny.
• Develop CAPA plans that are risk-appropriate, measurable, and linked to verified root causes.
• Lead root cause analysis, CAPA development, and change controls in the pharmaceutical industry.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and performance-based incentive programs.
• Company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• FSA, DCARE, and commuter benefits.
• Supplemental life, hospital, critical illness, and legal insurance.
• Health Savings Account.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Paid time off with rollover option and holidays.
• As-needed sick time.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Team social activities.
• Employee recognition.
• Employee referral program.
• Paid parental leave and bereavement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed