Cleaning Validation Engineer Job at Piper Companies in Indianapolis

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The Cleaning Validation Engineer will join a leading global pharmaceutical company that is rapidly expanding its international presence, with plans to double in both size and production in the coming years. This role is part of a high-impact project supporting focused on reducing batch changeover time and increasing operational efficiency. The Cleaning Validation Engineer will be responsible for executing cleaning validation activities, supporting CQV efforts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

This position will follow standard hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, onsite in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Responsibilities of the Cleaning Validation Engineer:

• Cleaning Validation & Compliance Oversight:
• Execute cleaning and sterility validation (CVSV) studies, including swabbing, sample collection, and lab submissions.
• Enter sample data into validation software and develop validation reports.
• Ensure validation protocol data meets documented acceptance criteria and regulatory standards.
• CQV & Validation Process Management:
• Support commissioning, qualification, and verification (CQV) of tanks, piping systems, automated equipment, filter integrity test cart, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Collaborate on IQ, OQ, and PQ protocols using Kneat software.
• Assist in filter integrity testing, temperature mapping (Ellab), and equipment qualification.
• Own and manage change controls, ensuring timely implementation and stakeholder communication.
• Lead deviation investigations and develop corrective action plans.
• Continuous Improvement & Operational Efficiency:
• Participate in workplace optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead owner project management efforts including capital investment requests, scheduling, and team coordination.
• Uphold all safety and environmental standards in daily operations.
  
  

Qualifications of the Cleaning Validation Engineer:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3 years of cleaning validation experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• CQV experience and familiarity with manufacturing floor operations highly preferred.
• Knowledge of cGMP documentation and regulatory standards.
• Strong soft skills: hunger, motivation, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, execution-heavy environment.
• Experience with validation tools such as Kneat and Ellab.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate: $60-80/hr, based on experience.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave, and Holidays.
  
  

Key Words:

Validation Specialist, Cleaning Validation, CQV, IQ/OQ/PQ, Root Cause Analysis, cGMP Compliance, Change Control, Process Validation, Sterilization, Technical Documentation, Audits & Inspections, Quality Assurance, Temperature Mapping

If you are passionate about ensuring high standards in validation, compliance, and process improvement, we encourage you to apply today!

This job opens for applications on 8/11. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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