PHARMACEUTICAL – JR. CQV ENGINEER

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Boulder, CO, USA
In-Office
80K-115K Annually
Mid level
Energy • Chemical • Industrial • Renewable Energy
The Role
Perform commissioning, qualification, validation, and start-up activities for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical equipment, utilities, facilities, and process systems. Develop and execute qualification deliverables including DQ, FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ, and PQ; support validation plans, risk-based approaches, field testing, regulatory compliance, and project coordination. The role involves client-site work, contractor supervision, occasional travel, shutdown support, and collaboration across engineering and operational teams.
Summary Generated by Built In

MMR Consulting is an engineering and consulting firm specializing in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Its services include Engineering, Project Management, and Validation.

MMR Consulting has offices in Canada, USA, and Australia.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join our growing team, where the successful candidate will work with a group of engineers involved in the design, commissioning & qualification, start-up and project management of various processes, systems, and facilities.

This role is for Jr. CQV Engineer will require to work on the validation of upstream and downstream bioprocess systems/equipment in the biopharmaceutical industry, as well as process equipment in pharma/biotech industries. The ideal candidate should possess leadership skills to lead teams of intermediate & junior engineers.

The work will require working out of client’s facilities, which are typically in the Greater Denver/Boulder Colorado & surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical guidance in the commissioning, qualification and start-up of various pharmaceutical / biopharmaceutical cGMP process equipment, utilities & facilities.
  • Lead the development (for example, write test cases) of key qualification deliverables such as DQ, FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ and PQ during the project lifecycle.
  • Able to perform field execution of qualification test cases and protocols.
  • Support development of Project Validation Plans (PVPs) to ensure the action plan to test the system is applicable and relevant.
  • Lead qualification processes throughout the project lifecycle to ensure timely completion and to ensure all quality and engineering specifications are met.
  • Possess knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and industry best practices on all or any of the following – Process equipment, clean utilities, automation systems, laboratory equipment, building & facilities
  • Coordinate meetings with cross-functional departments, to drive project progress, facilitate decisions, and provide updates.
  • Engage other departments, as required, in the design reviews and decisions.
  • Travel may be occasionally required for meetings with equipment fabrication vendors or Factory Acceptance Testing (FATs).
  • Work may require occasional support over shutdowns or extended hours, specifically during installation, construction, commissioning, qualification, and validation phases.
  • Visit construction and installation sites, wearing necessary safety PPE.
  • You may be involved with other aspects such as client-management (maintain key Client relationships in support of business development and pursuit of new work), project scheduling/budgeting, coordination of client and MMR resources for effective project delivery, supporting business development (providing technical support to the sales as required for proposals/opportunities), presenting at industry conferences/publishing papers etc.
  • Supervise contractors during critical testing of system and equipment.
  • Other duties as assigned by client, and/or MMR, based on workload and project requirements.
  • As this position requires working on client sites, you will need to comply with the client’s safety rules including mandatory vaccination policies for COVID-19, where applicable

Qualifications

  • 2-4 years of experience in commissioning, qualification or validation of various systems within the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.
  • Previous experience in the pharmaceutical / biotech industry, with knowledge of requirements for cGMP operations.
  • Validation experience such as cleaning validation, thermal validation, mixing studies, process validation, computer systems validation is an asset but not required.
  • Experience with developing and executing validation projects to Risk-Based Commissioning & Qualification approaches, such as ASTM E-2500 or ISPE ICQ, is considered an asset, but not required.
  • Experience with commissioning & qualification of process control systems (i.e. PCS, SCADA, Historians) and building automation systems are considered an asset.
  • Experience with commissioning and qualifications of biotech process equipment, such as some, but not all, of the following: fermentation, bioreactors, downstream purification processes (chromatography, TFF, UF), CIP systems, Buffer systems, Clean Utilities would be an asset.
  • Experience with Qualification or Validation of clean utilities and ISO clean rooms.
  • Experience with preparation and execution of URS’s, DQ’s, RTMs, Risk Assessments, CPPs, VPPs, FATs, SATs, IOQs
  • Engineering degree, preferably in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical.
  • Travel may be required on occasion.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong multi-tasking skills
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Compensation: 80,000$ - 115,000$ based on experience.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use technology-assisted tools, including AI-enabled systems, to support application review and candidate evaluation. Hiring decisions are made with human oversight and consideration.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodations

MMR Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please let us know the nature of your request.

Skills Required

  • 2-4 years of experience in commissioning, qualification, or validation within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
  • Previous pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry experience with knowledge of cGMP operations
  • Engineering degree, preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering
  • Experience preparing and executing URSs, DQs, RTMs, risk assessments, CPPs, VPPs, FATs, SATs, and IQ/OQ qualifications
  • Experience qualifying or validating clean utilities and ISO clean rooms
  • Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong multitasking skills
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Cleaning validation, thermal validation, mixing studies, process validation, or computer systems validation experience
  • Experience with risk-based commissioning and qualification approaches such as ASTM E-2500 or ISPE ICQ
  • Experience commissioning and qualifying process control systems, including PCS, SCADA, Historians, and building automation systems
  • Experience commissioning or qualifying biotech process equipment, including fermentation, bioreactors, chromatography, TFF, UF, CIP, buffer systems, or clean utilities
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The Company
4,332 Employees
Year Founded: 1991

What We Do

MMR Group is the largest open-shop electrical and instrumentation contractor in the United States. The company specializes in providing instrument and technical services for complex heavy industrial projects across North America and globally. They serve diverse markets, including oil and gas, petrochemical, power generation, and industrial manufacturing, with a strong commitment to safety and efficiency in every project.

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