Quality Assurance Validation Engineer

Job Title: Quality Assurance Validation Engineer Job Description We are seeking an experienced and meticulous Validation Engineer III. The ideal candidate will have a strong experience in quality validation processes, excellent attention to detail skills, and a dedication to maintaining the highest standards of product quality. Typical work hours are Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM, with the requirement to be available for urgent off-hours inquiries. Responsibilities + Govern validation activities for equipment, processes, computer software, and cleaning validation, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. + Ensure oversight for execution of validation protocols and test runs, and provide approval. + Continuously review and improve validation processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. + Ensure all validation activities align with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. + Collaborate closely with multi-functional teams, including development, validation, engineering, product management, and regulatory affairs, to ensure quality objectives are met. + Provide guidance and mentorship to junior QA engineers and contribute to the development of the QA team. Essential Skills + Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, or an advanced degree is highly preferred. An associate's degree may be considered. + Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in quality assurance and validation in a pharmaceutical or similar GMP environment, with at least 3 years in a quality validation role. + Experience in validation protocol review within a pharmaceutical environment. + Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to diverse collaborators. + Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations (e.g., ISO, FDA, GMP) is highly desirable. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Relevant certifications (e.g., ISTQB, ASQ) are a plus. + Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Work Environment The role is based at a large pharmaceutical manufacturing site operating as a CDMO, with 120 clients at the site in Greenville. The facility has seen significant investment to advance into more complex, injectable drug products, such as pre-filled syringes. Recently, a new agreement was signed to provide manufacturing space for new vaccines. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Greenville, NC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $70.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Greenville,NC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.