Validation Engineer

Trident Consulting is seeking a “Validation Engineer” for one of our clients in “San Clemente, CA - Onsite” — a global leader in Medical devices industry.Job Title: Validation EngineerLocation: San Clemente, CA - OnsiteType: W2 ContractRate: $44-48/HrDescriptionThe Quality Assurance area is responsible for ensuring that all applications, systems, and projects meet defined quality standards. Develops, conducts, and evaluates application audits and testing processes. Staff often have in-depth knowledge of automated testing tools, and quality engineering and assurance approaches. The Quality Assurance Engineering focus specializes in testing software using automated tests to achieve quality standards for GxP systems life cycle management. Develops, modifies and executes software test plans, automated scripts and programs for testing to ensure GxP system functionality, consulting with stakeholders in resolution of issues. Provides guidance and feedback in the preparation of technical appraisals of programming languages automation tools and systems, , and related technology. This job family is in the professional level category. . There are different levels available that provide clarity on contribution expectations based on knowledge, application, problem solving, and collaboration.Supports validation readiness for SAP S/4HANA systems, integrations, and data migration, with a focus on validation strategy, testing, and automation enablement. Develops scalable validation assets using Tricentis tools (qTest, Vera, Tosca, and NeoLoad) and ensures risk-based validation aligned with CSA principles and project timelinesRequirementsKey Responsibilities Develop validation plans, test scripts, automation scripts, and test strategies for SAP S/4HANA, integrations, and data migration.Implement test automation using qTest, Tosca, and Vera.Support requirements review, risk assessments, and RTM creation.Execute system, integration, data migration, and UAT testing activities.Collaborate with SAP SMEs and implementation partners.Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.3–5+ years of experience in SAP validation or ERP systems.Hands-on experience with Tricentis or similar test automation tools.Experience with CSA methodologies and GxP compliance.Strong knowledge of the validation lifecycle for large enterprise systems.About Trident ConsultingTrident Consulting is an award-winning staffing and consulting firm headquartered in San Ramon, CA. Since 2005, we’ve partnered with Fortune 500 and high-growth companies to deliver high-quality talent across technology, engineering, business operations, and professional services.We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements, supporting roles across IT, data & analytics, cloud, cybersecurity, finance & accounting, HR, operations, and more. With a strong focus on hard-to-fill and niche positions, our global recruiting engine enables us to deliver speed, quality, and scale.