{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"6a17d3b4c6e0609e2fddb9af","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6a17d3b4c6e0609e2fddb9af","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6a17d3b4c6e0609e2fddb9af","title":"Validation Engineer","description":"Valspec—a global provider of system validation and lifecycle services—provides commissioning and qualification of computerized systems for clients in the Life Sciences industry. Established in 1999, Valspec's mission is to provide a wide spectrum of services that help its clients meet their capital project and lifecycle maintenance goals.\n\nValspec's projects are critical to the industry, and to the people who rely on its products. Many projects ensure that life-changing drugs are available to those who need them; others streamline production to meet demand at a lower cost, allowing for the discovery of new and innovative therapies.\n\nValidation Engineer (CQV)\n\nEl Segundo, CA | Onsite | 6-Month Project | Start Date: November 2, 2026\nValspec | Life Sciences Commissioning, Qualification & Validation Experts\nBased on Valspec's CQV and validation focus within regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.\n\nHelp Bring Life-Changing Therapies to Patients\n\nValspec is seeking a hands-on Validation Engineer (CQV) to support commissioning, qualification, and validation activities at a cutting-edge pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in El Segundo, California.\n\nIf you enjoy being in the field, working directly with equipment, utilities, facilities, and cleanroom systems, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a team of experienced validation professionals supporting critical GMP manufacturing operations.\n\nThis role is ideal for engineers who thrive in fast-paced project environments and have practical experience with Facilities, HVAC, Cleanrooms, and Utility Systems within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or aseptic manufacturing operations.\n\nWhy El Segundo?\n\nLocated in the heart of Southern California's biotech and aerospace corridor, El Segundo offers easy access to numerous communities with reasonable commuting options, including:\n\nManhattan Beach\nRedondo Beach\nHermosa Beach\nTorrance\nHawthorne\nInglewood\nCulver City\nMarina del Rey\nPlaya Vista\nLong Beach\nCarson\nGardena\nPalos Verdes\nLos Angeles (Westside)\nHuntington Beach (for candidates comfortable with a longer commute)\n\nEnjoy year-round sunshine, coastal living, excellent restaurants, and easy access to beaches while supporting impactful pharmaceutical manufacturing projects.\n\nKey Responsibilities\nExecute commissioning, qualification, and validation activities for GMP facilities and manufacturing systems.\nDevelop and execute IQ, OQ, and PQ protocols.\nGenerate validation protocols, summary reports, deviations, and protocol exceptions.\nSupport qualification of facility systems, cleanrooms, HVAC systems, and GMP utilities.\nSchedule, coordinate, and execute qualification activities with cross-functional project teams.\nReview commissioning documentation and ensure readiness for qualification testing.\nParticipate in project meetings as the CQV representative.\nMaintain GMP-compliant validation documentation.\nSupport startup, troubleshooting, and system turnover activities.\nWork directly in manufacturing and facility environments with significant field presence.\nRequired Experience\nMust Have\n2-4 years of validation experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, cell therapy, gene therapy, or similar regulated manufacturing environments.\nEquipment Validation (CQV) experience within a life sciences manufacturing environment.\nDirect experience authoring and executing validation protocols.\nExperience generating IQ/OQ/PQ documentation, validation summary reports, and protocol exceptions.\nStrong understanding of cGMP documentation requirements.\nExperience scheduling and executing qualification activities.\nStrongly Preferred\nFacility Qualification experience.\nHVAC Qualification experience.\nCleanroom Qualification experience.\nUtility Qualification experience including systems such as:\nWFI\nPurified Water\nClean Steam\nCompressed Air\nProcess Gases\nExperience supporting aseptic manufacturing, fill-finish, biotech, or sterile processing environments.\nFamiliarity with ASTM E2500 and modern CQV methodologies.\nAbility to work independently in a highly collaborative project environment.\nWhat We're Looking For\n\n✅ Hands-on, field-oriented engineer\n✅ Comfortable working onsite daily\n✅ Strong technical writing skills\n✅ Ability to interface with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Validation teams\n✅ Self-starter who enjoys solving problems and driving project execution\n\nAbout Valspec\n\nValspec is a specialized Commissioning, Qualification, Validation, Automation, and Digital GxP consulting organization supporting leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies across North America. Since 1999, Valspec has delivered high-quality engineering and compliance solutions that help bring lifesaving therapies to market. Valspec is an ESOP company focused on technical excellence, integrity, and employee ownership.\n\nCompensation\n\nSalary Range: $90,000 - $110,000 annually\n\nSalary range is an estimate for project-based employment and varies based on experience, qualifications, and employment type. Higher compensation may be available for highly qualified consultants, independent contractors, or short-term project assignments.\n\nReady to Make an Impact?\n\nJoin Valspec and help support the facilities and manufacturing systems that deliver critical therapies to patients around the world.\n\nApply Today!\n\nWhy Join Valspec?\n\nAt Valspec, we offer more than just a job — we provide a career experience rooted in a standout culture, collaborative environment, and a strong sense of ownership. As an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, every team member has a stake in our success, fostering a shared commitment to excellence and innovation. We also offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:\n\nPremium medical coverage\n401(k) with company match\nTuition reimbursement\nUnique performance incentives\nAnd more — all designed to support your growth, well-being, and future.\n\nJoin a team where your contributions matter, your development is prioritized, and your success is shared.\n\nWhen receiving e-mails from a Proconex or Valspec recruiter, you will only receive e-mails from addresses ending in @proconexdirect.com, @proconex.net or @valspec.net. Any other domains are impersonations and should be ignored.\n\nCandidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship. Also, we are not interested in working on a corp-to-corp basis with other companies at this time.\n\nAny third-party unsolicited resume submission(s) will immediately become the property of Valspec. Valspec will not pay any fee to a submitting employment agency, person, or entity unless a signed agreement is established.\n\nValspec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected class. We are committed to providing a professional environment free of any discrimination or harassment, and we are proud to be a Drug-Free Workplace.","company":"Valspec","rawCompany":"valspec","city":"Los Angeles","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-03T10:05:16.610Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2112.02","title":"Validation Engineers","slug":"validation-engineers"},{"code":"19-4099.01","title":"Quality Control Analysts","slug":"quality-control-analysts"},{"code":"11-3051.01","title":"Quality Control Systems Managers","slug":"quality-control-systems-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"325412","title":"Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing","slug":"pharmaceutical-preparation-manufacturing"},{"code":"325414","title":"Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing","slug":"biological-product-except-diagnostic-manufacturing"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Validation Engineer","description":"Valspec—a global provider of system validation and lifecycle services—provides commissioning and qualification of computerized systems for clients in the Life Sciences industry. Established in 1999, Valspec's mission is to provide a wide spectrum of services that help its clients meet their capital project and lifecycle maintenance goals.\n\nValspec's projects are critical to the industry, and to the people who rely on its products. Many projects ensure that life-changing drugs are available to those who need them; others streamline production to meet demand at a lower cost, allowing for the discovery of new and innovative therapies.\n\nValidation Engineer (CQV)\n\nEl Segundo, CA | Onsite | 6-Month Project | Start Date: November 2, 2026\nValspec | Life Sciences Commissioning, Qualification & Validation Experts\nBased on Valspec's CQV and validation focus within regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.\n\nHelp Bring Life-Changing Therapies to Patients\n\nValspec is seeking a hands-on Validation Engineer (CQV) to support commissioning, qualification, and validation activities at a cutting-edge pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in El Segundo, California.\n\nIf you enjoy being in the field, working directly with equipment, utilities, facilities, and cleanroom systems, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a team of experienced validation professionals supporting critical GMP manufacturing operations.\n\nThis role is ideal for engineers who thrive in fast-paced project environments and have practical experience with Facilities, HVAC, Cleanrooms, and Utility Systems within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or aseptic manufacturing operations.\n\nWhy El Segundo?\n\nLocated in the heart of Southern California's biotech and aerospace corridor, El Segundo offers easy access to numerous communities with reasonable commuting options, including:\n\nManhattan Beach\nRedondo Beach\nHermosa Beach\nTorrance\nHawthorne\nInglewood\nCulver City\nMarina del Rey\nPlaya Vista\nLong Beach\nCarson\nGardena\nPalos Verdes\nLos Angeles (Westside)\nHuntington Beach (for candidates comfortable with a longer commute)\n\nEnjoy year-round sunshine, coastal living, excellent restaurants, and easy access to beaches while supporting impactful pharmaceutical manufacturing projects.\n\nKey Responsibilities\nExecute commissioning, qualification, and validation activities for GMP facilities and manufacturing systems.\nDevelop and execute IQ, OQ, and PQ protocols.\nGenerate validation protocols, summary reports, deviations, and protocol exceptions.\nSupport qualification of facility systems, cleanrooms, HVAC systems, and GMP utilities.\nSchedule, coordinate, and execute qualification activities with cross-functional project teams.\nReview commissioning documentation and ensure readiness for qualification testing.\nParticipate in project meetings as the CQV representative.\nMaintain GMP-compliant validation documentation.\nSupport startup, troubleshooting, and system turnover activities.\nWork directly in manufacturing and facility environments with significant field presence.\nRequired Experience\nMust Have\n2-4 years of validation experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, cell therapy, gene therapy, or similar regulated manufacturing environments.\nEquipment Validation (CQV) experience within a life sciences manufacturing environment.\nDirect experience authoring and executing validation protocols.\nExperience generating IQ/OQ/PQ documentation, validation summary reports, and protocol exceptions.\nStrong understanding of cGMP documentation requirements.\nExperience scheduling and executing qualification activities.\nStrongly Preferred\nFacility Qualification experience.\nHVAC Qualification experience.\nCleanroom Qualification experience.\nUtility Qualification experience including systems such as:\nWFI\nPurified Water\nClean Steam\nCompressed Air\nProcess Gases\nExperience supporting aseptic manufacturing, fill-finish, biotech, or sterile processing environments.\nFamiliarity with ASTM E2500 and modern CQV methodologies.\nAbility to work independently in a highly collaborative project environment.\nWhat We're Looking For\n\n✅ Hands-on, field-oriented engineer\n✅ Comfortable working onsite daily\n✅ Strong technical writing skills\n✅ Ability to interface with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Validation teams\n✅ Self-starter who enjoys solving problems and driving project execution\n\nAbout Valspec\n\nValspec is a specialized Commissioning, Qualification, Validation, Automation, and Digital GxP consulting organization supporting leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies across North America. Since 1999, Valspec has delivered high-quality engineering and compliance solutions that help bring lifesaving therapies to market. Valspec is an ESOP company focused on technical excellence, integrity, and employee ownership.\n\nCompensation\n\nSalary Range: $90,000 - $110,000 annually\n\nSalary range is an estimate for project-based employment and varies based on experience, qualifications, and employment type. Higher compensation may be available for highly qualified consultants, independent contractors, or short-term project assignments.\n\nReady to Make an Impact?\n\nJoin Valspec and help support the facilities and manufacturing systems that deliver critical therapies to patients around the world.\n\nApply Today!\n\nWhy Join Valspec?\n\nAt Valspec, we offer more than just a job — we provide a career experience rooted in a standout culture, collaborative environment, and a strong sense of ownership. As an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, every team member has a stake in our success, fostering a shared commitment to excellence and innovation. We also offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:\n\nPremium medical coverage\n401(k) with company match\nTuition reimbursement\nUnique performance incentives\nAnd more — all designed to support your growth, well-being, and future.\n\nJoin a team where your contributions matter, your development is prioritized, and your success is shared.\n\nWhen receiving e-mails from a Proconex or Valspec recruiter, you will only receive e-mails from addresses ending in @proconexdirect.com, @proconex.net or @valspec.net. Any other domains are impersonations and should be ignored.\n\nCandidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship. Also, we are not interested in working on a corp-to-corp basis with other companies at this time.\n\nAny third-party unsolicited resume submission(s) will immediately become the property of Valspec. Valspec will not pay any fee to a submitting employment agency, person, or entity unless a signed agreement is established.\n\nValspec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected class. 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