Validation Engineer

Job Description:

The Validation Engineer will be responsible for preparing and executing commissioning, qualification, and validations for new processes, materials, equipment, cleaning, and computerized systems/software.

Responsibilities:

• Support validation activities in a cGMP regulated manufacturing environment.
• Prepare, review, and execute commissioning, qualification, and validation documents for processes, materials, equipment, cleaning, and computerized systems/software.
• Support Project Teams in GMP Impact Assessments, User Requirement Specifications, Traceability Matrices, Design Qualifications, and Risk Assessments.
• Handle multiple commissioning, qualification, and validation priorities based on the needs of the manufacturing area and project team with guidance from management.
• Participate in and support validation projects within the pharmaceutical development and manufacturing areas.
• Conduct equipment qualification and requalification as part of the equipment lifecycle.
• Design and execute engineering (pre-validation) studies to support validation activities.
• Assist in troubleshooting of process issues, process characterization, and root cause investigations.
• Resolve deviations/non-conformances observed during execution of qualification and validation activities.

Essential Skills:

• 3 - 5 years of validation experience in a regulated industry/GMP environment.
• Equipment validation experience.
• Experience in material qualifications, equipment validation, material-handling equipment, materials management, commissioning, and GMP environments.
• Proficiency in manufacturing processes, pharmaceutical design validation, risk assessment, validation verification, troubleshooting, equipment qualification, and equipment calibration.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in equipment life cycle management, material qualification, and computerized system/software validation.
• Experience with water systems is desired but not required.
• Ability to apply sound engineering logic to solve complex problems, assess risks, and make decisions accordingly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs such as Word and Excel.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $52.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Paul,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.