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Barrington James

Validation Engineer

Barrington James, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127

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Consultant at Barrington James | Engineering and Manufacturing - USA Barrington James is supporting a

rapidly expanding biotech manufacturing site

in the Seattle area seeking

Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) Engineers

to support ongoing

process equipment and utility system qualifications

during a critical expansion phase.

This is an excellent opportunity for validation professionals who thrive in

hands-on, fast-paced, GMP environments

and are ready to join one of the region’s most active biotech buildouts.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute

IQ/OQ/PQ

protocols for process, utility, and support systems.

Support qualification and validation activities for

bioreactors, chromatography skids, filtration systems, SUBs, SUMs (100L–2000L) , autoclaves, incubators, and

clean utilities (WFI, PW, HVAC, compressed gases) .

Author and review validation documentation —

Validation Plans, Risk Assessments, Traceability Matrices, Summary Reports, and URS .

Perform

EMPQ and temperature mapping

using Ellab/Kaye validators.

Utilize

electronic validation platforms (Kneat Gx, ValGenesis, or equivalent)

for documentation and execution.

Collaborate with

Quality, Automation, Engineering, and Facilities

teams to ensure alignment with GMP requirements and project timelines.

Drive deviation documentation, CAPA resolution, and change control support for validation deliverables.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree

in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related discipline.

3–10 years

of CQV or validation experience in

biotech, pharmaceutical, or CDMO manufacturing

environments.

Proven experience qualifying

bioprocess and clean utility systems

in accordance with FDA and cGMP standards.

Strong working knowledge of

21 CFR Part 11, GAMP 5, ASTM E2500 , and

data integrity principles .

Experience with

Kneat Gx or ValGenesis

preferred.

Must have prior experience performing

EMPQ (Environmental Monitoring / Equipment Performance Qualification) .

Seniority level:

Mid-Senior level

Employment type:

Contract

Industries:

Biotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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