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About the Role

The Validation Engineer I/II is an early-career professional supporting project execution through technical contribution, analysis, and problem-solving. This role utilizes developing or intermediate technical expertise to solve complex problems, contributes to project outcomes, and demonstrates increased independence. Engineers are expected to build foundational skills, apply Project Farma methodologies, and deliver high-quality work products while collaborating across disciplines. This position requires sound judgment, effective prioritization within established project frameworks, and continued growth toward greater ownership and technical proficiency.

Responsibilities

Execute specific technical tasks within projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
Perform CQV tasks, including protocol development or equipment testing, under guidance.
Report technical issues to the Site Lead and support resolution efforts.
Ensure tasks meet client specifications, regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, GMP), and industry standards.
Author technical documents such as SOPs, requirements specifications, testing protocols, and summary reports.
Identify and close individual knowledge gaps with team support.
Execute system and process validation protocols using GxP best practices.
Meet monthly billable targets as forecasted by site dashboards.
Report workload or skill gaps within assigned tasks.
Focus on professional development and support team collaboration.
Share technical knowledge with peers to support project delivery.
Contribute to project-level success by delivering high-quality work that supports business growth.
Build meaningful internal and external relationships.
Present Project Farma services to clients as needed.
Communicate professionally with clients.
Escalate client feedback or identified opportunities properly.
Maintain professional relationships with project team members and client operational contacts to facilitate task completion.
Maintain 100% individual billability by completing assigned project tasks.
Escalate any roadblocks to achieving billable targets to the site lead.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, OR equivalent work experience in capital project engineering, pharma cGMP facility start-up, CapEx/OpEx project management, or comparable military experience.
0-2 years of experience in consulting and/or engineering services.
Willingness to travel up to 100% or as required for client projects.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
No sponsorship for current or future work visas for this position.
Must possess a valid driver's license.

Skills

Technical expertise
Problem-solving
Sound judgment
Effective prioritization
CQV tasks
Protocol development
Equipment testing
Technical documentation (SOPs, requirements specifications, testing protocols, summary reports)
GxP best practices
Client communication
Relationship building

Location

Customer Site - CA
Customer Site - CO
Customer Site - TX
Pasadena, CA
Portland, OR
San Diego, CA
South San Francisco, CA
Reside in one of Project Farma's primary markets
Domestic travel required for client projects

Work Type

Full-time salaried position

Experience Level

Early-career professional
0-2 years of experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science, Engineering, or related discipline
Equivalent work experience in capital project engineering, pharma cGMP facility start-up, CapEx/OpEx project management, or comparable military experience

About the Company

PerkinElmer is an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, supported by a global service network and distribution centers, providing critical solutions to meet customer needs.
With an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, PerkinElmer's dedicated team collaborates with commercial, government, academic, and healthcare customers to deliver analytical solutions and OneSource services.
Project Farma, a PerkinElmer company, aims to improve patient lives by accelerating the delivery of life-changing therapies through successful execution of high-quality life sciences projects.
Project Farma team members collaborate with cross-functional teams to build client relationships, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and contribute to business growth by applying data-driven insights to project planning, cost, schedule, and performance management.
Project Farma values include being curious, personable, and unselfish, with a strong commitment to a Patient Focused and People First mindset.
PerkinElmer is a unique team of over 5,000 global colleagues dedicated to making a difference.
PerkinElmer strives to create an inspiring and inclusive culture for employees through innovation, collaboration, and belief in its mission.

Equal Opportunity

Project Farma is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.