Validation Automation Engineer – Pharmaceutical – Permanent – North West, UK
Our client is a leading manufacturer of pharmceutical products and sterile injectables. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Validation Automation Engineer to join the Technical/ Validation Team on a permanent basis.
As a Validation Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for developing instrumentation, control and automation within the Technical/ Validation Department, as well as generating documentation and executing all associated validation activities. You will collaborate with the on-site IT, Production and Engineering departments for operational and project delivery across the business to build and maintain strong relationships with internal clients and external partners.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design and optimise instrumentation, control and automation on site.
* Collaborate with on-site IT, Quality, Operations and Engineering to delivery projects across the business.
* Generation and execution of Validation documentation and with CSV oversight.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with internal clients and external partners.
Skills:
* Technical experience and understanding of Operational Technology architectures and Validation
* Knowledge of automatic Inspection technology, including packaging processes.
* Knowledge of CSV and industrial networking for site control systems.
* Knowledge and understanding of GAMP and CFR21 part11
* Understanding of hardware architecture design, cyber security and connectivity to deliver operational technology solutions against a backdrop of an IT environment.
* Ability to practically apply available and emerging technologies to deliver robust, reliable, commissionable, operable and maintainable equipment and processes within a regulated cGMP operational environment.
Personal attributes:
* Team-Oriented and Flexible: Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse teams and adapt to dynamic, fast-paced environments.
* Self-Motivated and Proactive: A high degree of personal drive and initiative, with excellent time management and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
* Innovative Thinker: A consistent appetite for improvement, innovation, and maintaining focus in uncertain and evolving environments.
* Positive, Can-Do Attitude: A positive mind-set that motivates and inspires peers, coupled with the ability to lead by example
* Thorough understanding of Microsoft Office packages.
* Excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills