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Quality Engineer

Yauco, PR · Biotech/Pharmaceutical

Position Overview

As a Quality Engineer, you will ensure systems—including software and instruments—are compliant, validated, and reliable throughout their lifecycle, in line with FDA, GMP, ISO, and internal standards.


Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, execute, and document validation activities (URS, IQ/OQ, PQ, validation reports) according to GAMP 5 and FDA guidance.
  • Support CSV for LIMS, SCADA, MES, lab instruments, calibration systems, and other computerized tools.
  • Maintain the QMS — update SOPs, validation templates, data integrity procedures, and risk assessments.
  • Facilitate risk management efforts (e.g., FMEA), ensuring systems are compliant and secure.
  • Conduct internal audits of system validation processes—drive CAPA, deviations, and continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with IT, QA, manufacturing, lab operations, and external auditors to sustain validation readiness.
  • Provide quality oversight for process validation, supplier systems, and qualification of new equipment or software.
  • Prepare and present validation documentation during customer or regulatory inspections.

These responsibilities incorporate classic Quality Engineer duties like equipment/process validation, quality issues, audits, and supplier quality—based on the Yauco QA Engineer role .


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences, or related field.
  • 3–5+ years of validation experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or medical device manufacturing.
  • Strong working knowledge of GMP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, GAMP 5, ISO 9001, and data integrity principles.
  • Hands‑on experience writing validation protocols/reports (IQ, OQ, PQ) for lab/manufacturing systems.
  • Familiarity with risk assessment tools (FMEA), change control, CAPA, and audit processes.
  • Solid organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills—effective in cross-functional and multi-site coordination.
  • Preferred: ASQ Certification (CQE/CQA), Six Sigma/Lean, and experience with validation lifecycle tools and database systems.

Desired Attributes

  • Certification in GAMP 5 computer validation or related.
  • Prior experience in cGMP lab environments, FDA inspections, or ISO‑audited facilities.
  • Proficient with validation management systems (e.g., Veeva, MasterControl).
  • Collaborative mindset and proactive problem solver.
     

**Weil Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.**

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