CQV Consultant - California

About the opportunity

Join a leading biopharmaceutical manufacturer in the San Diego area as a Senior Validation Engineer supporting equipment and cleaning validation at a large-scale biologics manufacturing site. This is a hands-on contract role where you'll drive validation for upcoming tech transfers and equipment qualifications in a cGMP environment — a strong fit if you want high-impact field work at an established, stable operation without relocating out of Southern California.

What You'll Do

• Author and execute validation protocols for equipment and systems, including cleaning validation
• Lead troubleshooting and data analysis for validation test results
• Support tech transfers, equipment modifications, and requalification activities
• Maintain precise, audit-ready validation records and documentation
• Ensure all deliverables align with applicable industry and regulatory standards
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to keep projects on schedule

What You Bring

• Required:
• 10+ years of validation experience in a cGMP biopharmaceutical or life sciences environment
• Demonstrated depth in equipment validation and cleaning validation
• Strong protocol authoring and technical writing skills
• Prominent technical problem-solving and data analysis capability
• Preferred:
• Experience supporting tech transfers or equipment qualification/requalification programs
• Familiarity with automated process systems and control platforms (e.g., DeltaV)
• Track record collaborating across engineering, operations, and quality functions

Details

• Work arrangement: 100% onsite, fully site-based
• Employment type: Contract, 12 months with possibility of extension
• Compensation: $65–$75/hour, depending on experience
• Location: San Diego area