Job Title: QA Validation Engineer

Location: Onsite in Swindon SN3 / Rate: £55.00 – £65.00 per hour / Contract Length: 3 to 6 months initially (potential for extension; approx. 40 weeks) / Start: Within 2 weeks

About the Role

Are you an experienced QA Validation Engineer with a passion for precision and pharmaceutical regulatory compliance? We’re seeking a dedicated professional to join our team on a temporary basis to support the Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) of manufacturing equipment, bringing proven experience in regulatory environments governed by FDA, EMA, and cGMP standards.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled QA Validation Engineer with hands-on expertise ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and adept at navigating both validation guidelines. You’ll play a critical role in delivering compliant, high-quality systems in a sterile production environment, contributing directly to patient safety and product integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a document reviewer for CQV activities related to sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment • Assess and ensure the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of CQV documentation with cGMP, FDA, and EMA standards • Identify discrepancies or gaps in validation protocols and reports, and recommend effective corrective actions • Collaborate cross-functionally with QA, Engineering, and Operations teams to address issues and drive improvements • Maintain detailed records of findings and ensure timely turnaround of document reviews • Stay current with the latest industry standards and guidance relating to pharmaceutical validation and sterility assurance

Requirements

• Strong background as a QA Validation Engineer in sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing environments • Deep understanding of validation life cycles, risk-based approaches, and relevant regulations (FDA, EMA, cGMP) • Meticulous attention to detail, critical thinking skills, and excellent communication • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities • Proficiency in quality and document management systems

This contract role offers the ideal setting for a QA Validation Engineer ready to make an impact in a high-compliance, high-quality environment. If you’re passionate about driving standards and contributing to pharmaceutical excellence—we’d love to hear from you.