Validation Engineer

We are seeking an Entry-Level Validation Engineer to support a critical Validation Remediation Project. This is a hands-on, onsite role focused on ensuring equipment, systems, and processes meet regulatory and quality standards within a medical device manufacturing environment. This position offers strong exposure to validation lifecycle activities and the opportunity to work alongside experienced validation professionals. High-performing individuals may be considered for full-time conversion based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of validation master plans across equipment, systems, and manufacturing processes.
• Assist in authoring, revising, and executing validation protocols (IQ, OQ, PQ) and final reports.
• Analyze validation data to confirm systems meet predefined acceptance criteria.
• Participate in periodic validation reviews and gap assessments to maintain compliance.
• Identify validation gaps and contribute to remediation planning and execution.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to coordinate validation efforts.
• Support deviation investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Maintain thorough and compliant validation documentation within site quality systems.
• Assist with change control activities impacting validated systems.
• Support calibration coordination and verification activities.
• Contribute ideas for process improvements and operational efficiency.
• Perform additional project-based tasks as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related technical field.
• 0–2 years of experience in validation, engineering, quality, or manufacturing.
• Basic understanding of FDA-regulated environments (Medical Device or Pharmaceutical).
• Familiarity with quality standards (21 CFR Part 820, ISO).
• Exposure to validation lifecycle (IQ/OQ/PQ) and risk-based validation principles.
• Knowledge of quality tools (FMEA, risk analysis, root cause analysis).
• Experience or exposure to electronic quality systems (e.g., MasterControl, Blue Mountain, SAP).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.

• Internship, co-op, or academic experience in a regulated environment is acceptable.

40 hours a week M-F 8am-5pm in a manufacturing environment within the life sciences sector.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Middletown, VA.

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $65.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Middletown,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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Salary : $16 - $65