Engineer, Validation Commissioning

AbbVie

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Work type
On-site
Location
North Chicago, IL
Salary
$65,500–$125,500 / yr
Posted
30 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes
Aug 12, 2126

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $167k
This role $96k
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This role pays less than 98% of similar roles. Most pay $133,613–$200,682 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $96k versus about $167k for comparable roles.

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About AbbVie

AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and delivering innovative medicines and solutions in immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care. Its products include Humira, Skyrizi, and Rinvoq.

AbbVie currently has 297 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Engineer, Validation Commissioning

Engineer, Validation Commissioning joins the engineering team to plan and complete tasks associated with commissioning, qualification, and validation of new or modified automated systems, equipment, facilities, utilities, products, and processes. This role involves collaborating with project owners and automation engineers to develop User Requirements Specifications and Functional Design Specifications while executing robust testing and documentation strategies for risk management. The daily work includes performing Factory Acceptance Testing, identifying risk controls via FMEA, troubleshooting control logic or instrumentation, and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Candidates should possess experience in Computer System Validation (CSV) and familiarity with PLC/SCADA systems, automation, and process controls. The role addresses the technical challenge of ensuring reliable and compliant manufacturing operations within highly regulated environments, specifically focusing on automated systems and infrastructure to meet strict quality and regulatory requirements for production.

What you'll do

  • Develop User Requirements Specifications and Functional Design Specifications for new or modified equipment and facilities.
  • Support Factory Acceptance Testing and system verification activities to ensure solutions meet requirements before deployment.
  • Identify risk controls, critical elements, and design traceability based on FMEA or other risk assessments.
  • Develop and execute commissioning, qualification, and validation test protocols for automated and computer-controlled systems.
  • Perform troubleshooting of control logic, integration, instrumentation, and recipe settings during the commissioning phase.
  • Create operational procedures and provide training to maintenance staff and operators on new equipment.
  • Execute risk management activities including periodic reviews and updates per the Validation Master Plan.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related field (preferred) or equivalent technical experience plus 1+ years of experience (preferred).
  • Experience developing commissioning, qualification, validation, and risk management deliverables that meet regulatory scrutiny.
  • Experience with Computer System Validation (CSV) is required.
  • 2+ years of experience in Manufacturing, Quality, or Engineering including 2 major validation subjects (preferred).
  • Experience with automation systems, controls, PLC/SCADA, instrumentation, or computer-based process controls (preferred).
  • Technical background in healthcare, nutritional products, laboratory diagnostics, medical devices, or pharmaceuticals (preferred).
  • Knowledge of quality and compliance management regarding API, Bulk Drug, or Finished goods manufacturing (preferred).
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

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