Job Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Application Process:
Job Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Application Process:
Qalifications:
Process Engineer should possess at a minimum five (5) years of experience in pharmaceutical support, process engineering and process validation. Knowledge of EMEA (Annex 1) and FDA (21CFR200s, 210s, 600s)
CAPA closure on an FDA BPDR (239368)
Complete engineering feasibility study to determine if sonication capabilities can be added upstream of vial washer.
Perform engineering study on vial washer using riboflavin and potentially microsphere suspensions and develop washing cycle if required.
Annex 1 Gap Remediation
Number of Cycles for Air Filters (Process Engineer) – we currently replace air filters every six months during our shutdown. Create justification for maximum duration of use on vent filters and create integrity testing for pre-use and captured as part of the changeout. Process equipment should have a defined number of cycles that can be captured between changeout of filters.
Bubble room (HVAC Engineer): Require rationale for the need of the bubble room and justify the alarm setpoints between each grade throughout the suite. Feasibility study to determine if clean room suite air supply can be retrofitted to supply air that maintains positive pressure and remove the need for the bubble roo
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and execute validation plans, protocols (IQ, OQ, PQ), and reports for equipment, processes, and software used in the manufacturing of medical devices.
Conduct risk assessments and create risk mitigation plans.
Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485, and EU MDR).
Maintain documentation to support regulatory submissions and audits.
Validate manufacturing processes, including sterilization, packaging, and labeling.
Perform process capability studies and ensure process robustness.
Qualify new and existing equipment, ensuring it meets performance specifications.
Conduct routine calibration and maintenance activities.
Validate software used in the design, development, and manufacturing of medical devices.
Ensure compliance with software validation standards and guidelines.
Analyze validation data, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions.
Use statistical tools to support validation activities and decision-making.
Documentation:
Prepare and maintain validation documentation, including protocols, reports, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Ensure all documentation is accurate, complete, and audit-ready.
Work closely with R&D, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Regulatory Affairs teams to ensure validation activities align with project goals and regulatory requirements.
Provide validation support during product development and scale-up activities.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in validation.
Stay updated with industry trends, advancements, and changes in regulatory requirements.
Skills and Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
Experience: 3-5 years of experience in validation engineering, preferably in the medical device industry.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in validation protocols and methodologies (IQ, OQ, PQ).
Knowledge of regulatory standards (e.g., FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485).
Familiarity with statistical analysis tools and software (e.g., Minitab).
Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).