Validation Engineer | Warren, MI
Salary Range: $72,000 - $111,000 depending on experience
Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling as a validation engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We collaborate with companies in the Warren area seeking experienced Validation Engineers.
We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.
This posting covers Validation Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Warren in Macomb County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Sterling Heights, Madison Heights, Royal Oak, and Roseville.
The Opportunity
We partner with organizations in the Warren area that seek Validation Engineers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and look for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.
Usual Responsibilities
- Review and update standard operating procedures tied to validated processes.
- Write and execute validation protocols for equipment, processes, and software systems.
- Perform installation, operational, and performance qualification activities.
- Collect and analyze test data and document results in validation reports.
- Investigate failures and deviations and support root cause analysis.
- Maintain validation documentation to meet regulatory and quality standards.
- Coordinate validation schedules with production, engineering, and quality teams.
- Support change control by assessing impact and revalidating as needed.
Recommended Qualifications
- Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
- Ability to read schematics, specifications, and process diagrams.
- Experience with statistical analysis and test data interpretation.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field.
- Experience writing and executing validation protocols in a manufacturing setting.
- Familiarity with quality standards such as GMP, ISO 9001, or FDA requirements.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience with automated test equipment and data acquisition systems.
- Knowledge of lean or Six Sigma methods.
- Experience with computer system validation and 21 CFR Part 11.
- Certification in quality or validation such as CQE or CSQE.
- Background in medical device, pharmaceutical, or automotive manufacturing.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Quality Engineer, Process Validation Engineer, Equipment Qualification Engineer, Compliance Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Test Engineer, Computer System Validation Specialist, Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Quality Assurance Engineer
Why The Pivot Group Network
The Pivot Group Network 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.
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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.