Validation Engineer

Validation Engineer / Validation Lead (12 month contract) Inside IR35. A leading, global pharmaceutical manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Validation Engineer to support delivery of a major site validation and capital programme on a 12-month contract. This is a high-impact role within a busy engineering environment, offering exposure across equipment, utilities, facilities, and laboratory systems, with a need for hands-on execution specialists. If this capability brings with it project lead experience, this will also be valued. The Role Working as part of the Engineering function, you will support delivery of a structured site-wide validation programme, alongside capital project activity. Responsibilities will include: Supporting delivery of the Site Validation Master Plan (SVMP) Generating and reviewing validation / qualification documentation (IQ/OQ/PQ, FAT/SAT, etc.) Leading or supporting execution of validation activities across manufacturing, lab, and utility systems Working closely with internal stakeholders to ensure GMP and regulatory compliance Reviewing vendor documentation and supporting supplier-led validation activities Participating in FATs and site-based commissioning activities where required Managing or supporting third-party contractors and vendors Owning change controls, deviations, and CAPAs linked to validation activities Supporting requalification, new equipment introduction, and decommissioning activities Project / Programme ..... full job details .....