C&Q Specialist

Company Description

QRC Group, LLC is a firm dedicated to offer services to the Pharmaceutical, Medical Devices and Chemical Industries in the validation and regulatory fields.

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Job Description

We are seeking a C&Q Specialist to support a critical shutdown tied to a robotic arm replacement and motion control upgrades (servos/VFDs, pneumatic, safety interlocks) within a highly automated production system. This role will be responsible for executing and documenting Installation Qualification (IQ) and Operational Qualification (OQ) activities for a newly installed 6‑axis industrial robot and its associated motion and safety systems.

Project Scope

The C&Q activities will support a capital upgrade project that includes:

• Removal and decommissioning of an existing obsolete robot.

• Installation of a new 6-axis industrial robot, including:

  • Servo drives
  • Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
  • Pneumatic systems
  • Safety sensors and interlocks
• Upgrade of the control system and safety architecture.
• Execution of functional and safety testing to confirm proper operation following the upgrade.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-site validation support during shutdown and installation activities.
• Execute IQ and OQ protocols for the new robotic system and associated components.

• Verify proper installation, configuration, and functionality of:

  • Robotic arm and motion systems
  • Control systems and interlocks
  • Safety devices and emergency stops
  • Pneumatic and electrical connections
• Support and witness functional testing of the robotic arm and integrated systems.
• Ensure equipment installation complies with approved drawings, specifications, and manufacturer recommendations.
• Document test results accurately and in compliance with regulated documentation practices.
• Identify, document, and support the resolution of deviations, discrepancies, and anomalies.
• Generate and complete validation reports and execution summaries.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Automation, Maintenance, and Quality teams during commissioning and qualification activities.
• Ensure all validation activities comply with applicable GxP, safety, and quality requirements.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or technical degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical field or equivalent validation experience.
• Proven experience executing IQ/OQ or validation activities for automated or semi-automated equipment.
• Prior experience validating industrial robots, motion systems, or complex mechanical equipment is strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) concepts.
• Technical Writing
• Bilingual (Spanish/English)(Write/Speak)

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.