Validation Engineer Equipment Commissioning and Qualification ECQ and Delivery

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Bristol-Myers Squibb is a global Biopharma company committed to a single mission: to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines focused on helping millions of patients around the world in disease areas such as oncology, cardiovascular, immunoscience and fibrosis.

Join us and make a difference. We hire the best people and provide them with a work environment that places a premium on diversity, integrity, collaboration and personal development. Through a culture of inclusion, we create a better, more productive work environment. We believe that the diverse experiences and perspectives of all our employees help to drive innovation and transformative business results.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:

The Equipment Validation Engineer supports the successful implementation of laboratory equipment at multi-use sites through interaction with internal customers and external service providers. The incumbent in this role, contributes to the completion of milestones associated with equipment qualification. With minimum supervision and given general instructions, this individual carries out routine tasks and functions, and uses basic analytical skills to recognize and solve common problems of limited scope. As a developing team player, the incumbent interacts with their immediate supervisor and personnel within their own work group to achieve team goals while building trust and collaborative relationships outside the immediate organization.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintains all qualified equipment systems in compliance with policies, guidelines and procedures:

Develops qualification protocols, and associated reports while adhering to a change management process.

Supports the execution of equipment qualifications and validation protocols.

Supervises vendors for qualification functions.

Develops written procedures for calibration and preventive maintenance of equipment.

Supports calibration, equipment qualification and validation activities.

Develops validation/qualification deliverables such as Validation Plans, Requirements Specifications, Traceability Matrices, Summary Reports, Change Controls.

Manages projects of limited scope and complexity within their functional area:

Supports laboratory equipment implementation projects including scheduling, procurement, site prep, installation, qualification, and turn over to business area.

Supports internal customer groups in the procurement, operation, calibration, and preventive maintenance of equipment to meet business needs in accordance with required schedules or dates.

Completes all calibration and qualification documentation with accuracy, completeness and compliance to company standards.

Provides excellent customer service and support:

Regularly reviews, prioritizes and promptly responds to customer equipment qualification and support requests.

Provides technical support and guidance on calibration and equipment qualification issues. Interfaces with customers to ensure all expectations are being met.

Maintains a positive relationship with all team members and site customers while promoting a positive team environment.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent understanding of cGXP requirements and good documentation practices relating to systems, equipment and instrumentation within the pharmaceutical industry

Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 11 compliance

Knowledge of pharmaceutical laboratory and manufacturing systems. Preferred experience with Kaye validators, BSCs, refrigerators, welders, etc.

Experience executing equipment qualification documents

Ability to interact effectively with laboratory, QA, and Facilities groups

Strong ability to organize assigned tasks in a high paced environment and concurrently monitor tasks / assignments with others that may impact timely completion. Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and activities simultaneously

Strong written and verbal communication skills along solid presentation skills. Proficient at writing well-formulated emails and reports. Ability to follow oral and written instructions, read and interpret engineering manuals/drawings relevant to the assigned task. Ability to effectively communicate with employees, contractors and vendors. Experience with technical writing and document development / generation

Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel and Outlook, and the ability to learn new software as required for equipment qualification.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

B.S. degree in Engineering or equivalent;

Minimum 5 years of experience in FDA - regulated industry, with 3 years of experience in equipment qualification.

WORKING CONDITIONS: (US Only) PHYSICAL /MENTAL DEMANDS: (US Only)

This involves physical or mental exertion produced by the incumbent carrying out the responsibilities of the position beyond a standard office environment. This may include sitting, standing, walking, bending, crawling, climbing, reaching, kneeling, balancing, pushing, pulling, talking, repetitive motion, grasping, lifting (specify weight), or carrying (specify weight) This may also include concentrating, remembering names, distinguishing colors, effective verbal and/or written communication, analytical thinking, decision making, and adapting to change.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: (US Only)

Environment may include working in office or in a laboratory / manufacturing area.

Ability to work safely in an environment with hazardous, radioactive, and infectious materials and waste.

Ability to work safely when working alone, or working with others.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. The primary duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job.

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. There are other duties and responsibilities that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management.

Bristol-Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.

Company: Bristol-Myers Squibb

Req Number: R1526357_EN

Updated: 2020-06-10 00:00:00.000 UTC

Location: Warren,New Jersey

Bristol Myers Squibb is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, gender expression, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
Website : http://www.bms.com