What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Validation Engineer position at Sterling Engineering?
Location: Kankakee, IL
Title: Sr. Validation Engineer – Aseptic / Sterile Manufacturing
Contract Length: 12 Months
Experience: ~10 Years
Work Type: Full-time, Onsite
Travel: Local preferred; must be open to occasional travel
Overview
Seeking an experienced Validation Engineer to support day-to-day validation activities within an aseptic/sterile manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide daily support to site validation team across ongoing manufacturing operations
• Execute validation activities within aseptic liquid processing environments
• Support commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV) efforts for GMP systems and equipment
• Assist with protocol execution and documentation (IQ/OQ/PQ as applicable)
• Partner with QA, Engineering, and Operations to ensure compliance with cGMP standards
• Support deviation investigations, change controls, and revalidation efforts as needed
• Maintain accurate and compliant validation documentation
Requirements
• ~10 years of validation experience in pharmaceutical or biotech environments
• Strong experience in aseptic/sterile liquid manufacturing
• Hands-on CQV experience (equipment, utilities, or processes)
• Working knowledge of cGMP regulations and validation lifecycle
• Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Salary : $50 - $70