Job Description

Valspec—a global provider of system validation and lifecycle services—provides commissioning and qualification of computerized systems for clients in the Life Sciences industry. Established in 1999, Valspec’s mission is to provide a wide spectrum of services that help its clients meet their capital project and lifecycle maintenance goals.

Valspec’s projects are critical to the industry, and to the people who rely on its products. Many projects ensure that life-changing drugs are available to those who need them; others streamline production to meet demand at a lower cost, allowing for the discovery of new and innovative therapies.

Validation Engineer (Junior–Mid Level)
Employment Type: W2 Contract (no C2C)
Duration: Long-term contract (~1.5 years)
Start: June shutdown timeframe
Work Location: Onsite / Hybrid at a GMP manufacturing site

We are seeking a Junior to Mid-Level Validation Engineer for a W2 contract role supporting a large-scale GMP manufacturing floor cybersecurity project involving 400+ devices This position will focus on validation execution, GMP change control, and IOQ testing related to system and infrastructure changes in a regulated environment.

The role also supports SDLC-related documentation, including Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs), and requires basic project coordination skills to support execution during planned manufacturing shutdowns. Senior validation and quality resources will provide oversight on more complex activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute validation activities under GMP change control
• Author and/or execute IOQ protocols and document test results
• Support SDLC-driven validation documentation, including QAPs
• Assist with planning and execution across multiple devices and systems
• Track validation deliverables, testing readiness, and action items
• Support audits, inspections, and documentation reviews as needed
• Collaborate with Quality, Automation, IT/OT, and Engineering teams

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–5+ years of validation or qualification experience in a GMP/GxP environment
• Hands-on experience executing validation protocols (IQ/OQ/IOQ or CSV-related testing)
• Working knowledge of GMP documentation and change control processes
• Strong organizational and technical writing skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience validating computerized systems or OT/infrastructure
• Familiarity with SDLC-controlled environments and quality documentation
• Exposure to 21 CFR Part 11, data integrity, or cybersecurity-related initiatives
• Experience supporting validation work during manufacturing shutdowns
• Light project coordination or PM experience

Contract Duration

This W2 contract supports a multi-phase project aligned with site shutdowns, beginning in June, continuing through December, and concluding with a final phase in June 2027

Why Join Valspec?

At Valspec, we offer more than just a job — we provide a career experience rooted in a standout culture, collaborative environment, and a strong sense of ownership. As an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, every team member has a stake in our success, fostering a shared commitment to excellence and innovation. We also offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Premium medical coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Unique performance incentives
• And more — all designed to support your growth, well-being, and future.

Join a team where your contributions matter, your development is prioritized, and your success is shared.

When receiving e-mails from a Proconex or Valspec recruiter, you will only receive e-mails from addresses ending in @proconexdirect.com, @proconex.net or @valspec.net. Any other domains are impersonations and should be ignored.

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship. Also, we are not interested in working on a corp-to-corp basis with other companies at this time.

Any third-party unsolicited resume submission(s) will immediately become the property of Valspec. Valspec will not pay any fee to a submitting employment agency, person, or entity unless a signed agreement is established.

Valspec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected class. We are committed to providing a professional environment free of any discrimination or harassment, and we are proud to be a Drug-Free Workplace.