Validation Engineer / Validation Specialist (CQV, GMP, Life Sciences)

VBB•Sacramento, CA

4d•$70,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Are you looking to build a career in validation, commissioning, and qualification (CQV) within the pharmaceutical / life sciences industry ? We’re hiring a Validation Engineer / Validation Specialist who wants hands-on experience across IQ, OQ, PQ , exposure to real projects, and a clear path into leadership. This is an opportunity to grow quickly in a GMP-regulated environment , working alongside experienced engineers while taking ownership of meaningful validation work.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in: Validation Engineering CQV (Commissioning, Qualification, Validation) or GMP-regulated environments (Pharma / Biotech)
Strong understanding of: GMP / GxP / FDA regulations Validation lifecycle (IQ/OQ/PQ)
Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, QA, and operations teams
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Coachable, driven, and motivated to grow into leadership
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field
Willingness to travel regionally (project-based work)
Experience with validation documentation, protocols, and execution

Nice To Haves

Experience with lab systems, utilities, or manufacturing equipment validation
Exposure to commissioning activities (C&Q / CQV)
Familiarity with AI tools for validation or documentation

Responsibilities

Execute and support IQ (Installation Qualification), OQ (Operational Qualification), and PQ (Performance Qualification) protocols
Work on validation of lab systems, equipment, and utilities
Partner with engineering, validation teams, and lab stakeholders
Assist with project scheduling, coordination, and resource planning
Support commissioning & qualification (CQV) activities across projects
Contribute to GMP / GxP documentation and compliance efforts
Learn to lead validation workstreams and progress into a Validation Engineer / Project Lead role