Validation Engineer | Spring Lake, MI

Salary Range: $79,000 - $119,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in validation engineer? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Spring Lake seeking experienced Validation Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Spring Lake seeking experienced Validation Engineers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute validation protocols for manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems.
• Document all validation activities, results, and deviations in accordance with regulatory requirements and company SOPs.
• Perform risk assessments to identify critical process parameters and potential failure modes.
• Investigate and resolve deviations from validation protocols and established specifications.
• Maintain validation documentation and databases, ensuring they are up-to-date and readily accessible.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and R&D, to ensure successful validation.
• Participate in the design and qualification of new equipment and processes.
• Support regulatory inspections and audits by providing validation documentation and expertise.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Biomedical) or a related scientific field.
• Proven experience in developing and executing validation protocols (IQ, OQ, PQ) for manufacturing equipment, processes, or software.
• Strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), or other relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, ISO).
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies (e.g., FMEA) to identify critical control points and potential failure modes.
• Proficiency in data analysis, statistical methods, and report writing for validation documentation.
• Familiarity with change control procedures and deviation management within a regulated manufacturing environment.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with statistical process control (SPC) software.
• - Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies.
• - Knowledge of automated testing frameworks and scripting languages (e.g., Python, LabVIEW).
• - Experience with cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) environments.
• - Understanding of data integrity principles and regulations.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Validation Engineer, QA Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Test Engineer, Software Test Engineer, Process Validation Engineer, System Validation Engineer, Product Validation Engineer, Manufacturing Validation Engineer, Equipment Validation Engineer, Computer System Validation Engineer, Automation Test Engineer, Performance Test Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Verification Engineer, Software Verification Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.