Cleaning Validation Engineer

Piper Companies is hiring a skilled Cleaning Validation Engineer for an onsite, contract position based out of Indianapolis, IN. The Cleaning Validation Engineer will be responsible for executing cleaning validation and CQV activities, managing documentation and investigations, and driving operational improvements within a regulated manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities of the Cleaning Validation Engineer:

• Execute cleaning and sterility validation activities, including swabbing, sample collection, and data entry into validation software.
• Support commissioning, qualification, and verification (CQV) of tanks, piping systems, automated equipment, and other facility components.
• Conduct temperature mapping of controlled environments using specialized equipment and generate detailed reports.
• Manage change control processes and lead deviation investigations in collaboration with subject matter experts.
• Contribute to workplace optimization and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications for the Cleaning Validation Engineer:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cleaning validation within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with CQV processes and working directly on the manufacturing floor.
• Strong motivation, initiative, and execution-focused mindset; soft skills are critical to success in this role.
• Ability to lead small projects, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and manage documentation and timelines effectively.
• Comfortable adapting to evolving equipment and process requirements in a dynamic production setting.

Compensation for the Cleaning Validation Engineer:

• Salary: $90,000-$104,000 USD/year
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, sick leave if required by law, and 401K

This job opens for applications on 8/11. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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