Validation EngineerSan Diego, California, United States

Validation Engineer

Syner-G BioPharma Group is a science-led, strategic partner for life science companies. We provide integrated regulatory and biopharmaceutical development services spanning early development to post-market, along with operational strategy and support. With a global team of 400 employees across North America and India, our goal is to help our partners navigate the complexities of product development and accelerate their journey to market.

We are a leading life sciences consultancy committed to advancing human health by helping organizations bring life-saving innovations to market faster, at scale, and with the highest quality.

Our team partners with a diverse range of clients across the life sciences industry, supporting critical phases of the drug development lifecycle, from discovery and regulatory approval to technology transfer and the support in capital projects. We provide strategic guidance and hands-on expertise to streamline operations, enhance quality systems, and ensure regulatory compliance, empowering our clients to navigate complexity and deliver impactful therapies to patients worldwide.

Syner-G BioPharma Group was recently honored with BioSpace's prestigious "Best Places to Work" 2025 award, for the second consecutive year, along with many other award-winning programs to make a career here truly life-enhancing. These recognitions are a testament to our commitment to fostering a positive and engaging work environment for our employees, with a particular emphasis on culture, career growth and development opportunities, financial rewards, leadership, and innovation.

At Syner-G, we recognize that our team members are our most valuable asset. Join us in shaping the future, where your talents are valued, and your contributions make a meaningful impact.

We are seeking a Validation Engineer to assist with the development and execution of validation protocols for various types of processes. The Validation Engineer will be responsible for driving overall quality performance and compliance throughout the organization by defining, implementing, and maintaining the validation program.

Travel to client sites may be required up to 100%, based on project demands and client expectations.

Key responsibilities include :

• Generate and execute life cycle documentation (FAT, SAT, IOQ, PQ) for cleaning, shipping, facilities, utilities, systems, equipment, and processes for (re)qualification / (re)verification.
• Support validation activities for Basecamp and client Tech Transfer projects, including generation, execution, review, and closure of validation life cycle documents (RA, VP, IQ, OQ, PQ, TM, VR).
• Write, review, and revise a variety of Installation, Operation, and Performance qualification / verification related documents, including any or all of the following : SOPs, validation / verification master plans, guidelines and execution plans, automation, engineering design, commissioning, qualification or other technical documents, user requirement specifications (URS), functional requirement specifications (FRS), detailed design specifications, factory acceptance test documents (FAT), verification protocols, and / or commissioning test procedures.
• Write reports to summarize validation / verification / commissioning and / or revalidation / verification / commissioning activities.
• Write procedures, investigations, protocols, reports, change controls, etc., to support the Maintenance and Engineering departments.
• Perform P&ID Walkdowns. Perform Thermal mapping of temperature-controlled chambers, warehouses, and SIP processes.
• Support the resolution of regulatory observations or manufacturing site issues.
• Execute periodic reviews and requalification for temperature chambers.

Qualifications and requirements include :

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Technical Experience :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Essential functions include :

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Work Environment :

Total Rewards Program :

We define total rewards as compensation, benefits, remote work / flexibility, development, recognition, and our culture with programs that support each of our reward pillars. This includes a market competitive base salary and annual incentive plan, robust benefit offerings, and ongoing recognition and career development opportunities. Employees also enjoy our generous flexible paid time off program, company paid holidays, flexible working hours, and fully remote work options for most positions and the ability to work "almost anywhere". However, if a physical work location is more for you, we have office locations in Greater Boston; San Diego, CA; Boulder, CO; and India.

Compensation :

The expected salary range for this position is $88,000 to $104,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a position at Syner-G. Currently, Syner-G is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Legal Statement :

Syner-G BioPharma Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Syner-G BioPharma is an E-Verify employer.