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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.
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Engineer, Validation Commissioning works with project owners and automation engineers to plan and complete tasks associated with the commissioning, qualification, and validation of new or modified automated systems, equipment, facilities, utilities, products, and processes. The role involves developing User Requirements Specifications, performing Factory Acceptance Testing, and executing validation protocols for HVAC and environmental monitoring systems to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include identifying risk controls through FMEA, troubleshooting control logic and instrumentation, and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Candidates should possess experience in Computer System Validation, as well as familiarity with automation systems, PLC/SCADA, and process controls. This role addresses the technical challenge of ensuring reliable and compliant manufacturing operations within a regulated environment, specifically focusing on risk management and the optimization of automated systems to meet strict quality and safety standards for production.
Develop User Requirements Specifications and Functional Design Specifications for new or modified facilities, utilities, and HVAC systems.
Support Factory Acceptance Testing and verification activities to ensure systems meet requirements before site deployment.
Identify risk controls and critical elements using FMEA or other risk assessment methods for qualified systems.
Develop and execute commissioning, qualification, and validation protocols for infrastructure and environmental monitoring systems.
Perform troubleshooting of control logic, instrumentation, and integration issues during the commissioning phase.
Execute risk management activities including change impact assessments and periodic updates to the Validation Master Plan.
Create operational procedures and provide training for maintenance staff on new equipment and utilities.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while coordinating with contract validation resources to meet project timelines.
What we're looking for
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, science, or related discipline is desired, or equivalent technical experience plus 1+ years of engineering and/or operational experience (preferred).
Experience in developing commissioning, qualification, validation, or risk management deliverables that meet regulatory scrutiny.
Experience with Computer System Validation (CSV) is required.
2+ years of overall experience in Manufacturing, Quality, or Engineering including 2 major validation subjects preferred.
Experience working with automation systems, controls, PLC/SCADA, instrumentation, or computer-based process controls strongly preferred.
A technical background in healthcare, nutritional products, laboratory diagnostics, medical devices, pharmaceutical, or similar industries (preferred).
Knowledge of quality/compliance management and regulations affecting API, Bulk Drug, or Finished goods manufacturing preferred.
Strong interpersonal, communication, negotiation skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.