About the Job
Ossium Health is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Validation Engineer to lead Commissioning Qualification and Validation (CQV) activities at our GMP manufacturing facility. This role supports clinical production facility upgrades capital expansion projects and laboratory systems. The Validation Engineer will troubleshoot complex systems and lead initiatives that enhance the performance reliability and regulatory compliance of equipment facilities and processes. This position may be upleveled to a Validation Engineer II position for qualified candidates.
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelors degree or higher in Engineering
- 2 years of experience in engineering validation or related discipline with at least 2 years of that experience in GMP environments within pharmaceutical biotech or other regulated industries
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of and hands-on experience with equipment qualification in a regulated environmentProficient in technical writing with good documentation practicesSkilled in risk assessment root cause analysis and data analysis (e.g. statistical quality control)Experienced in evaluating processes equipment and products for sources of variation and reliability concernsProficient in performing and documenting deviations investigations and change controlsAble to influence without direct authority and adapt to evolving manufacturing needsStrong communication skills and proven ability to collaborate across functionsAbility to quickly learn and integrate new technical subject matterKey Responsibilities
Commissioning Qualification and Validation (CQV)
Plan execute and document CQV activities for facilities utilities manufacturing equipment and laboratory systems.Prepare review and approve validation protocols (DQ IQ OQ PQ) in compliance with GMP standards and corporate policies.Conduct qualification testing of equipment and utilities generate associated reports and ensure readiness for GMP operations.Lead revalidation activities triggered by change controls periodic reviews or deviations.Provide validation oversight for capital expansion projects and new equipment installations.Equipment SME and Technical Owner
Develop and maintain SOPs work instructions validation master plans and templates to ensure proper operation of equipment and systems.Evaluate equipment and processes to identify critical parameters impacting product quality.Perform risk assessments for instruments equipment processes and products.Maintain and manage master equipment and instrument inventories.Define track and ensure completion of preventive maintenance (PM) strategies.Perform PMs and calibrations as a backup resource.Oversee the equipment reliability program including tracking and trending performance data.Operational Support
Serve as escalation support for equipment facility utility and reliability issues unresolved by operations or maintenance personnel to ensure uninterrupted productionCollaborate with cross-functional teams to support product launches equipment qualifications project deliverables and continuous improvement initiatives.Train personnel on correct equipment operation and maintenanceSupport internal and external audits to ensure engineering programs meet corporate and regulatory expectationsLead investigations root cause analyses and corrective / preventive actions for equipment-related deviationsManage change controls related to facilities utilities and equipmentServe as the engineering representative on Ossiums Integrated Operations TeamPhysical Requirements
Must be able to work aseptically in controlled environments requiring special gowning (ie. over the head face hands feet and body)Must be able to work in a moderately noisy environmentMust be able to work around biohazardous materials and chemicalsMust be able to lift push pull and / or carry up to 50 lbsMust be able to use hands and fingers to handle and feel objects tools and controlsMust be able to sit or stand for long periods of time. Regularly required to sit stand walk climb stoop kneel crouch; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with armsIn your first six months some projects youll work on include :
Qualification of new equipment (e.g. cryotanks) : Lead qualification activities to bring critical equipment online in support of expanding operationsEquipment reliability improvements : Establish baselines for key equipment performance implement monitoring and trending systems and drive corrective actions to reduce downtime and increase consistencyMaintenance strategy development : Define preventive maintenance plans for critical utilities instruments and manufacturing equipment. Partner with operations and facilities teams to ensure execution and documentation meet GMP expectationsWe offer a full slate of employee benefits including :
Competitive salariesStock options401(k) matchingMedical dental and vision coverageFour weeks of PTO accrued (vacation & sick time) annually 11 company holidaysEmployer paid life insurance and long term disabilityGym membership / recreational sports reimbursementsOssium Health provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression or any other protected characteristic. Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statementand the Know Your Rights : Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster reaffirm this commitment. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
If reasonable accommodation is needed please contact our People Team at or . Ossium Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.
Principals / direct applicants only please. Recruiters please do not contact this job poster.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
Key Skills
Python,SOC,Debugging,C / C++,FDA Regulations,Minitab,Technical Writing,GAMP,OS Kernels,Perl,cGMP,Manufacturing
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1