CQV Engineer

For our client, a global leader in the life sciences industry based in Visp, we are looking for a highly experienced CQV Engineer.

 

The CQV Engineer is a critical role responsible for the commissioning, qualification, and validation of equipment and facilities. This role ensures that all installations meet stringent regulatory and technical standards, coordinating across departments to move projects from installation to full GMP compliance.


 

General Information

• Start: 16/03/2026

• Duration: 10 Months 

• Workplace: Visp (Full-time on-site presence required)

• Workload: 100%
  
  
   

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Validation Lifecycle Management: Manage and execute activities across the full validation lifecycle, including Facilities, Utilities, and Process validation.

• Documentation Development: Draft, review, and finalize critical technical deliverables such as User Requirement Specifications (URS), Design Qualification (DQ), FMEA, Risk Assessments, and FAT/SAT protocols.

• Protocol Execution: Lead the execution of IQ/OQ/PQ protocols for complex equipment, systems, and utilities, ensuring all results are documented according to cGMP requirements.

• Quality Systems Integration: Perform assigned Quality Systems activities, including managing Document Management systems, Change Controls, Non-Conformities, and CAPAs.

• Reporting & Compliance: Write comprehensive validation reports and revise standard operating procedures (SOPs) applicable to Engineering activities.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify efficiencies in the validation program, apply lessons learned, and stay updated on industry regulatory changes to ensure facility readiness.

• Strategic Support: Assist the Engineering group in preparing long-term validation, requalification, and maintenance programs.
  
  
   

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a Science or Technical field (e.g., Mechanical Engineering, Biotechnology, or Chemistry).

• Industry Experience: Advanced level experience (5–10 years) specifically within the Pharmaceutical industry.

• Technical Expertise: Proven track record in executing IQ/OQ/PQ for large-scale equipment and utilities within a sterile or highly regulated GMP environment.

• Languages: Fluency in both German and English is mandatory for this role.

• Soft Skills:

  • Technical Writing: Exceptional ability to document complex processes thoroughly and accurately.

  • Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively across interdepartmental teams.

  • Organization: Excellent time management skills with the ability to handle multiple validation packages simultaneously.

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