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LAPORTE is seeking a senior pharmaceutical validation engineer or specialist with ideally at least 5 years of experience in the validation and qualification of pharmaceutical equipment to join its Greater Vancouver team, located in Burnaby, BC. Our validation engineer will play a key role in managing validation activities, including drafting master documents, executing protocols, and ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Responsibilities:
- Drafting master validation documents (e.g., Validation Master Plan (VMP), risk analysis, cleaning matrix, User Requirements Specification (URS));
- Draft and execute equipment/system (IQ/OQ/PQ), process, and cleaning qualification protocols;
- Coordinate and ensure compliance with GMP during validation activities and general operations;
- Support our clients’ QA/Compliance teams in initiating change notices or reporting deviations to trigger CAPA, Change Control, deviations, or other relevant actions within the scope of validation activities;
- Manage client accounts.
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in science, engineering, or other relevant disciplines;
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, in a manufacturing setting, or in consulting;
- Strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP);
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes;
- Willingness to travel (to client sites).
What we offer:
- Competitive Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards;
- Health and Wellness Programs: Comprehensive group health insurance coverage from day one (medical, dental, vision, childcare);
- Retirement Plans: Employer-contributed RRSP plan at 4%;
- Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid work mode, with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office;
- Professional Development: A work environment that encourages empowerment and professional growth. Professional reimbursement fees (e.g., APEGA, APEGS, EGBC, etc…) covered by the company;
- Career Advancement Opportunities: Mentorship programs, training, cross-department opportunities, etc.;
- Work-Life Balance: 3 weeks of regular vacation with 1 week of paid vacation during the Christmas holidays. 1 week of Personal/Sick leave ;
- Inclusive Culture: A diverse, flexible, and non-conformist work environment that values equity, work-life balance, and promotes efficiency in daily tasks with enormous growth opportunities;
- Team-Building Activities: Lunch & Learn sessions, team retreats, outdoor activities, family get-togethers, and workshops;
- Other Benefits: Public transport and telephone reimbursement
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Send us your application today. We look forward to meeting you!
The LAPORTE team