Validation Automation Engineer - Pharmaceutical - Permanent - North West, UK

Our client is a leading manufacturer of pharmceutical products and sterile injectables. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Validation Automation Engineer to join the Technical/ Validation Team on a permanent basis.

As a Validation Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for developing instrumentation, control and automation within the Technical/ Validation Department, as well as generating documentation and executing all associated validation activities. You will collaborate with the on-site IT, Production and Engineering departments for operational and project delivery across the business to build and maintain strong relationships with internal clients and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:

* Design and optimise instrumentation, control and automation on site.

* Collaborate with on-site IT, Quality, Operations and Engineering to delivery projects across the business.

* Generation and execution of Validation documentation and with CSV oversight.

* Build and maintain strong relationships with internal clients and external partners.

Skills:

* Technical experience and understanding of Operational Technology architectures and Validation

* Knowledge of automatic Inspection technology, including packaging processes.

* Knowledge of CSV and industrial networking for site control systems.

* Knowledge and understanding of GAMP and CFR21 part11

* Understanding of hardware architecture design, cyber security and connectivity to deliver operational technology solutions against a backdrop of an IT environment.

* Ability to practically apply available and emerging technologies to deliver robust, reliable, commissionable, operable and maintainable equipment and processes within a regulated cGMP operational environment.

Personal attributes:

* Team-Oriented and Flexible: Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse teams and adapt to dynamic, fast-paced environments.

* Self-Motivated and Proactive: A high degree of personal drive and initiative, with excellent time management and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.

* Innovative Thinker: A consistent appetite for improvement, innovation, and maintaining focus in uncertain and evolving environments.

* Positive, Can-Do Attitude: A positive mind-set that motivates and inspires peers, coupled with the ability to lead by example

* Thorough understanding of Microsoft Office packages.

* Excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills