Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. (V&EG) a Pinnaql company is a leading services supplier who provides solutions for the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Chemical, Food, and Medical Devices industries in the following areas: Laboratory, Compliance, Computer, Engineering, Project Management, Validation, and other services.
We are seeking a talented, dedicated individual committed to work under the highest ethics standards for the following position:
Description:
The Project Support Engineer / Specialist will be responsible for supporting multiple projects within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role involves coordinating equipment decommissioning activities, performing facility walk-throughs, and ensuring documentation accuracy in alignment with engineering, compliance, and financial requirements. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of pharmaceutical operations, commissioning and qualification (C&Q), and strong technical writing skills.
Key responsabilities:
- Support the decommissioning of manufacturing areas, including the coordination with stakeholders for the removal of equipment from the facility.
- Ensure all equipment scheduled for removal is properly released in financial systems and not linked to active assets, work orders, or preventive maintenance programs.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Maintenance, Finance, and Quality) to verify equipment status prior to decommissioning.
- Conduct detailed facility walk-throughs to verify that as-built conditions match engineering and construction drawings. Document finding by red-lining and yellow-lining impacted engineering drawings.
- Confirm the accuracy of sprinkler system layouts and connections against approved design documents.
- Identify discrepancies between field conditions and documentation and support resolution efforts.
- Maintain accurate records and generate clear, concise technical reports.
- Assist in ensuring compliance with internal procedures and regulatory expectations.
Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree in science.
- Have at least two (2) years of experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry, preferably with exposure to utilities and facilities operations.
- A foundational understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is essential.
- Beyond technical qualifications, the candidate must be highly dynamic, proactive, and organized, with strong follow-up skills to manage projects effectively.
- Capable of maintaining clear communication with clients, coordinating site interactions, and ensuring timely task completion.
- The individual should also demonstrate solid documentation practices, with the ability to write clear, accurate reports and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- The position is primarily structured for a first shift schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; however, the candidate must be available to work extended hours when needed and occasionally on weekends to support operational demands.
- This is an on-site position, requiring the candidate to work physically at the assigned facility.
- Available to work extended hours, possibility of weekends and holidays.
At Validation & Engineering Group, people always come first. We believe that when you're empowered to do your best work, bold ideas thrive and real progress happens. This isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by shaping the future of healthcare and technology alongside a purpose-driven, supportive team.
Excited to build something meaningful together? We look forward to hearing from you.
Validation & Engineering Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
