Job Description
Position Title : Equipment Qualification Engineer
Work Location : Millburn, NJ 07041
Assignment Duration : 8 Months
Work Arrangement : Onsite
This position's starting pay is : $50.00 / hr.
Position Summary : We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Equipment Qualification Contractor to support the qualification of laboratory equipment in compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards.
Background & Context : The contractor will be responsible for executing qualification protocols (IQ / OQ / PQ), preparing documentation, and ensuring equipment is fit for its intended use in a pharmaceutical quality control environment.
Key Responsibilities :
- Develop, review, and execute Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ) protocols.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (QC, QA, Engineering, Validation) to ensure timely and compliant equipment qualification.
- Prepare and maintain User Requirement Specifications (URS) and Design Qualification (DQ) documentation.
- Ensure all qualification activities are documented accurately and meet FDA, EMA, and ICH guidelines.
- Support investigations and deviations related to equipment performance.
- Assist in change control processes related to equipment upgrades or replacements.
- Maintain traceability and data integrity throughout the qualification lifecycle.
Qualification & Experience :
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field.Minimum 3 years of experience in equipment qualification within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical or biotech environment.Strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Engineering Practices (GEP).Experience with laboratory instruments (e.g., HPLC, GC, incubators, autoclaves) and manufacturing equipment.Proficiency in writing and reviewing technical documentation.Excellent organizational and communication skills.Preferred Skills :
Experience with computer system validation (CSV) and data integrity principles.Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.Notes (from Spotlight Call) :This is an onsite entry-level lab role based in Millburn, NJ (North New Jersey).The job mainly involves sample testing and environmental monitoring rather than administrative or documentation-heavy work.The lab works with radiopharmaceutical materials, so there’s a radiation safety component. The employee will wear protective devices (like dosimeters and rings) to track exposure, but all safety precautions are in place.Daily Responsibilities :
Perform sample testing and environmental monitoring in a GMP lab.Conduct general lab housekeeping and equipment handling.Work according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).Handle instruments such as HPLC, pH meters, balances, and systems for endotoxin and microbial testing.Use LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) for electronic data entry.Participate in batch release testing and other routine quality checks.Work with both chemical and microbiological test materials (bioburden, endotoxin, viable / non-viable monitoring).Qualification & Background :
Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Microbiology (or other science-related fields).2–3 years of experience preferred, but HM is also open to candidates with more or even slightly less experience (including proactive recent grads).Must understand GMP documentation and how to work in a regulated lab setting.Top 3 Skills HM is Looking For :
Experience with GMP or lab documentation.Proactiveness – someone who can take direction and execute tasks independently.Team player – cooperative and adaptable in a team setting.Technical Tools / Instruments Used :
HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography)Endoscan for endotoxin testingLIMS for data managementAir samplers & particle counters for environmental monitoringpH meters, balances, etc.Other Key Points :
The role focuses more on routine batch release testing rather than method validation or method transfer work.Flexibility in background – candidates from both analytical and microbiology backgrounds are welcome.HM prioritizes mindset and GMP awareness over very specific technical expertise since technical skills can be trained.Applicant Notices & Disclaimers
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