QA Engineer (QAE)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer-CSV to support the administration, validation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of computerized and electronic Quality Systems across laboratory, manufacturing, and Quality operations.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support PLCs, SCADA systems, Windows-based applications, laboratory instruments, manufacturing systems, and enterprise applications.
• Support system administration activities including user/role management, security configuration, audit trails, backup/restore, reporting, and other system configurations.
• Provide end-user and operational support for Veeva Vault QMS, QualityDocs, Vault Training, and other quality systems.
• Maintain and improve electronic Quality Systems, including workflows, configurations, procedures, and system processes.
• Develop and monitor Quality System metrics/KPIs, identify trends, and present results and improvement opportunities to management.
• Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, and improve the efficiency of Quality and computerized system processes.
• Perform CSV and data integrity activities including risk assessments, URS, configuration specifications, testing/UAT, RTM, validation reports, periodic reviews, and SOP updates.
• Support qualification (Installation, Operational, and Performance Qualification) reviews of laboratory instruments and manufacturing equipment.
• Partner with Quality, IT, Engineering, vendors, and business users to troubleshoot issues and implement system enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with 21 CFR Part 11, 21 CFR Part 211, EU Annex 11, GAMP 5, Data Integrity.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of GAMP 5, Annex 11, CSV, data integrity, and applicable FDA/EU requirements.
• Experience with Veeva Vault or similar electronic Quality Systems preferred.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Hands-on knowledge of Veeva, LIMS, ELN, SAP, and MES systems preferred.
• 3–8 years of experience in Quality Systems, CSV, systems administration.
• Experience supporting laboratory, manufacturing, and/or enterprise computerized systems.

Competencies

• Collaboration
• Customer Centricity
• Developing Talent
• Innovation & Creativity
• Process Excellence
• Result Orientation
• Stakeholder Management
• Strategic Agility

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this position in New Jersey is $70,000.00 to $90,000.00, plus discretionary 7.5% performance bonus (based upon eligibility). The final salary offered to a successful candidate may vary based on factors including type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, and business needs. Lupin is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

Physical requirements

The physical requirements of the position generally include: standing, walking, sitting, using hands and fingers, reaching with hands and arms, talking and hearing. In some circumstances, bending, kneeling, crouching, stooping, and crawling may apply. This position may require lifting up to 15 pounds occasionally. Generally work is performed in an office environment.