Validation Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Validation Engineer for our Belvidere, IL facility. The Validation Engineer is responsible for developing, maintaining and testing, commissioning and qualification (C&Q) documentation for new and existing machinery. This position is 100% onsite and based in our Belvidere, IL facility. Depending on workload, this position may require occasional travel to work at our South Elgin, IL location. What You Will Do:  Develop documentation and execute test cases for DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ protocols complying with cGMP  Assist with FAT and SAT C&Q activities with customers  Collaborate with internal & external team members to write documentation that includes the: Functional Design Specification, Software Design Spec, Hardware Design Spec, Configuration Spec, Vision Design Spec, Owner’s Manual, Operator-Tech Manual & PowerPoint presentations, Machine Task Instructions, RIT BOM, spare parts lists & other documentation as specified by our customers  Write & execute test cases to verify machine function, quality control measures & performance  Develop & update documentation in Kneat Gx  Conduct and document risk assessments & failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA)  Develop Technical construction files for CE machinery What You Will Bring:  2-year technical degree with emphasis in engineering or equivalent combination of education coursework, internships and work experience in manufacturing  Minimum of 3 years’ experience writing technical documentation  Ability to develop technical documents and read blueprints  Experience with LEAN manufacturing and 6 Sigma Concepts and tools preferred. ISO experience a plus Validation Engineer II 05/2026 What We Offer:  Medical insurance  Dental insurance - employer paid  Vision Insurance – employer paid  Short and Long-term disability – employer paid  Basic Life and AD&D – employer paid  Voluntary Life insurance  401(k) with company contribution  Pension plan  Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)  Paid time off  Flexible Spending Account (FSA)  Health Savings Account (HSA)  Tuition reimbursement  Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  Wellness Reimbursement  8 paid holidays Pay: $72,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person