Validation Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on May 22, 2024. CAI scores D on the Alion truth index.
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CAI is a professional services company established in 1996 that has grown to nearly 800 people worldwide. For mission-critical and regulated industries needing to deliver essential solutions in high-stakes environments, we provide accelerated operational readiness and unparalleled performance at the highest standard-through our rigorous approach, field-tested processes, and elite expertise developed over 30 years.
Our Purpose
We exist to be the trusted solution for our clients as they strive to build a better working world and improve the human experience.
Our Foundational Principles
- At CAI, we are committed to living our values-both professionally and personally:
- We act with integrity
- We serve each other
- We serve society
- We work for our future
- We are relentless in our dedication to excellence, pushing boundaries and redefining industry standards. We thrive at the intersection of wisdom, technology, and humanity-always focused on how it will be done, not how it used to be done.
Key Responsibilities
1. Technical Responsibilities
- Develop documentation for CQV activities
- Write and execute protocols (field verification)
- Develop summary reports at client sites
2. Areas of Focus
- Pharmaceutical facilities
- Utilities
- Equipment
3. Project & Team Management
- Plan and coordinate work
- Direct small teams in document development and/or execution
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering field (or equivalent experience)
- 2-4 years’ experience in commissioning and qualification in a regulated industry
- Familiarity with ISPE Baseline Guide 5 (Second Edition) is a plus
- Preferred experience in:
- Facilities and equipment startup
- Walk-downs and troubleshooting
- Utilities (WFI, RO, HVAC)
- Upstream/downstream processing
- Purification, recovery
- Building automation
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing processes
Critical Competencies
Influence Strategy
- Pursues initiatives aligned with organizational strategy
- Identifies strategic, innovative solutions
- Anticipates emerging customer/market needs
Satisfy the Customer
- Understands and anticipates customer needs
- Delivers high-quality solutions and service
- Proactively maintains satisfaction and loyalty
Plan for Success
- Aligns business strategies with actionable plans
- Anticipates risks and builds contingency plans
- Secures resources for goal achievement
Pursue Execution
- Prioritizes time and resources effectively
- Holds self and others accountable
- Acts to overcome obstacles and improve quality
Tailor Communication
- Communicates clearly and professionally
- Adjusts style to fit the audience
- Explains technical concepts effectively
Build Partnerships
- Builds networks across functions
- Encourages collaboration and breaks down silos
- Involves stakeholders in decisions
Influence Others
- Builds support with sound rationale
- Gains buy-in from decision makers
- Encourages innovative thinking
Develop Self and Others
- Enhances interpersonal relationships
- Models integrity and company values
- Seeks out growth and breakthrough opportunities