CAI
Posted 3w ago

QA Validation Engineer

CAI
Dublin or Limerick
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities
  • executing validation
  • preparing documentation
  • supporting commissioning
Requirements
  • Degree in engineering/science/biotechnology
  • 3+ years validation experience in GMP-regulated pharma/biotech
  • Strong GMP knowledge
  • Validation documentation and deviation/CAPA/change control experience

Job description

Are you a Validation Engineer looking to work on cutting-edge pharmaceutical and biotech projects in Ireland?

CAI is seeking a QA Validation Engineer to support qualification and validation activities for laboratory and process equipment across leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology facilities. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse range of analytical, manufacturing, and GMP-regulated systems while contributing to some of Ireland's most advanced life sciences operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute IQ, OQ, and PQ activities for GMP equipment and systems.
  • Prepare and review validation protocols, reports, and lifecycle documentation.
  • Support commissioning, qualification, and validation projects from planning through execution.
  • Perform risk assessments and support deviation, CAPA, and change control activities.
  • Ensure compliance with GMP, GDP, and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Laboratory teams.
  • Participate in audits and inspection readiness activities.
  • Support equipment lifecycle management and continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
 
  • Degree in Engineering, Science, Biotechnology, or a related discipline.
  • 3+ years' validation experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or life sciences environments.
  • Experience qualifying laboratory and/or manufacturing equipment in GMP-regulated facilities.
  • Strong understanding of GMP and validation principles.
  • Experience authoring and executing validation documentation.
  • Knowledge of deviation management, change control, and CAPA processes.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong technical writing and problem-solving abilities.
  • Eligible to work in Ireland.

Why Join CAI?

  • Work with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies across Ireland.
  • Exposure to a wide range of validation and CQV projects.
  • Career development within a growing global organisation.
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

About CAI

CAI is a global leader in commissioning, qualification, validation, and operational readiness services for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life sciences industries. We partner with leading manufacturers to deliver compliant, efficient, and innovative solutions that ensure quality and regulatory excellence.

Interested? Apply today and become part of a team delivering quality and compliance excellence across Ireland's world-leading life sciences industry.

About CAI

Provides commissioning and compliance services for regulated manufacturing facilities.

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