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CQV Engineer

Katalyst CRO
Norton, MA Contractor
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 2/26/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the CQV Engineer position at Katalyst CRO?

Job Summary

  • The CQV Automation Engineer is responsible for executing and documenting automation commissioning, qualification, and testing activities within a GMP biotech or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
  • This role supports automated systems, control equipment, and plant-wide automation networks while ensuring compliance with cGMP, GDP, and regulatory standards.
  • The position requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams and on-site support during commissioning and operational phases.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Independently develop, configure, test, and document automated systems and control equipment including PLCs, HMIs, and plant-wide automation networks in compliance with cGMP and GDP requirements
  • Analyze system performance, generate technical reports, and ensure regulatory-compliant documentation
  • Plan and manage automation commissioning and integration activities while aligning with facility schedules for CapEx and OpEx initiatives
  • Act as the automation representative on project teams, coordinating with Engineering, QA, Operations, and Validation groups
  • Review and interpret URS, FS, P&IDs, and SOPs to develop system architectures and testing strategies
  • Translate specifications into functional test cases and ensure requirements are fully verified and documented
  • Communicate automation status, risks, and corrective actions clearly and timely
  • Troubleshoot automation system issues during commissioning and operational phases and implement corrective solutions
  • Perform chamber temperature mapping, worst-case load justification, and periodic requalification reviews
  • Support cleaning validation activities including cleaning cycle development, rinse sampling, surface swabbing, and visual inspections
  • Execute qualification and testing of process equipment such as synthesizers, UF systems, HPLC, lyophilizers, CIP, WFI, clean utilities, and cleanrooms
  • Utilize electronic validation management systems such as Veeva, Kneat, or ValGenesis and support testing using PLC logic and regression analysis
  • Support automation system commissioning outside standard business hours as required

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Biomedical, Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering preferred) or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in automation commissioning, control system implementation, and process equipment integration in a GMP biotech or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
  • Hands-on experience with automation commissioning and qualification, including automated manufacturing equipment (Rockwell Plant PAx preferred)
  • Experience with electronic validation management systems (Veeva, Kneat, ValGenesis)
  • Strong proficiency in Good Documentation Practices and regulatory compliance
  • Proven ability to manage, prioritize, and execute multiple automation projects simultaneously
  • Ability to meet on-site work requirements in Norton, MA
  • Willingness to work on-site outside standard business hours as needed

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