Validation Engineer

Specialist providers of pharmaceutical automation, process and project controls.

Skellig was founded to radically improve upon the way automation, process, and project controls are provided. It's a goal that is grounded in efficiency, transparency, and our client's total peace of mind — this is the vision behind everything we do.

At Skellig Automation, we empower great people to do great work in the Life Sciences industry. Our engineers provide premier automation services with one common goal: to make medicine more affordable and accessible for all by reducing the cost of manufacturing. We work alongside other industry leaders in laying the foundation for true technological innovation and guiding our partners towards modern process solutions.

Whether working within the traditional automation stack or championing Industry 4.0 systems, Skellig has a place for creative engineers with a passion for bringing the Life Sciences into the future.

Summary:

We are seeking an experienced DeltaV Validation Engineer to join our team and support our client in North Carolina. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the proper validation of DeltaV control systems in industrial automation settings, specifically within pharmaceutical, biotech, or chemical manufacturing environments. This role involves system testing, troubleshooting, documentation, and compliance with industry standards. To be considered for this role you must have experience working in biotech/pharma.

Responsibilities:

• Review and approve Kneat documents including: DeltaV software FATs, SATs, Automation Commissioning Test Protocols, software OQs, and Software Installation Verification protocols.
• Assist in resolving protocol execution issues using critical analysis and develop sound, reasonable solutions.
• Support generation of Kneat documents.
• Review and approve Automation documentation including risk and impact assessments, computer systems validation plans, user requirements specifications, functional requirement specifications, traceability matrices, release reports, and all documents and deliverables within the scope of the Automation Master Validation Plan as needed.
• Ensure that the Computer System Validation on the project is conducted in a consistently high standard, within budget, and that objectives are met on time suiting the company's vision and objectives
• Coordinate with various project workstreams including Automation, Automation System vendor(s), CSV, CQV, Utilities, Process Engineering, and others as needed.
• Attend regularly scheduled project status meetings as needed.
• Complete Safety, Project Procedure, and Project Instruction training as required.

Qualifications & Skills:

• 5+ years' direct Computer System Validation experience in a cGMP pharmaceutical facility working with FDA regulations
• 3+ years' direct Computer System Validation experience working with Emerson DeltaV DCS
• Knowledge of Automation Control Systems, Manufacturing & IT Systems, and methodologies including ASTM2500, GAMP5, Data Integrity, and application of 21 CFR Part 11/Annex11
• Working knowledge of Kneat validation software is required
• Excellent organizational, oral, and written communication skills and fluency in English with the ability to effectively communicate within cross-functional teams and to management
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team-based environment with employees at all levels
• Ability to manage commitments while displaying an eagerness to learn and continuously improve
• Knowledge with Drug Substance Manufacturing (DSM) would be beneficial
• MasterControl, ComplianceWire, TrackWise, and Veeva experience is a plus

Benefits:

Here's what's waiting for you as one of our Automation Engineers:

• Vacation / Personal Paid Time Off
• Sick Paid Time Off
• Unlimited Unpaid Time Off
• Paid Public Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Full Heath, Dental, and Vision PPO Insurance for you and any dependents - Premiums are 100% fully covered
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• 401k + Match
• Relocation Package
• …. And more

Contact:

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From its inception, Skellig has strived to be 'more human.' We work hard to foster a culture that promotes innovation, diversity, and great work. A culture that rewards problem solving, teamwork, and service excellence. And one that attracts the top talent and premier clients. 

Ours is a culture of honesty, transparency, and kindness — A people-focused and compassionate company. 

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