Equipment Validation Engineer

Onsite role - this role is fully onsite and therefore you must be able to commute to the site daily

Contractor opportunity

Longford

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• Type of contract: Contract
  
• Location(s): Longford
  
• Language(s): English
  
• Mobility: No Travel
  
• Application Deadline: 31/03/2026
  

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• Equipment Validation Engineer
  
• Midlands, Ireland
  
• Onsite role - this role is fully onsite and therefore you must be able to commute to the site daily
  
• Contractor opportunity
  

The successful candidate will focus on the validation activities for a range of equipment solutions within a regulated Med Tech environment. You will both have responsibility for a number of activities and pieces of equipment while also supporting the wider Validation function and ensuring Validation activities are closed out in line with the Validation Master Plans. At its core the role will involve drafting documentation (IQ, OQ etc), involvement in validation activities in relation to the execution phase on new equipment and process improvements on current equipment.

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• Managing & coordinating the preparation, review & approval of Validation Master Plans
  
• Generate, execute and review validation protocols and associated reports for related equipment and processes.
  
• Managing & coordinating of all validation strategies & deliverables
  
• Managing & coordinating the preparation, review & issuing of validation protocols & reports
  
• Managing & coordinating validation documentation (risk assessments, traceability matrices)
  
• Managing & coordinating the review & approval of specifications associated with Equipment & Processes.
  
• Managing & coordinating routine Internal Quality Audits of the facility to ensure compliance & be proactive in resolving issues that may arise.
  
• Provide technical direction & hands‑on assistance for testing projects
  

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• Strong experience in the area of Equipment Validation in a regulated GMP environment (Pharma, Life Sciences, Medical Devices or Biotech)
  
• Experience of the management & coordination of the preparation, review & approval of Validation Master Plans
  
• Strong experience generating, executing and reviewing validation protocols and associated reports for related equipment and processes.
  
• Strong vendor and stakeholder management skills and experience.
  
• Clear evidence of project delivery in relation to equipment validation focused tasks and projects.
  
• A strong understanding of GMP regulations in relation to equipment validation processes and procedures and an understanding of 21 CFR Part 11 regulations in relation to electronic records and signatures.
  

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Technology or a related discipline with over 3 years’ experience of Equipment Validation. You must have at least 2 years of experience of Equipment Validation activities for equipment found in Med Tech or other GMP regulated environments (Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Biopharma, Life Sciences or Medical Devices). The ideal candidate will have excellent collaboration and communication skills, strong attention to detail and an excellent understanding of validation concepts and documentation. He/she should also have proven ability to solve complex technical & equipment qualification challenges using a rational scientific approach. The candidate should be based in the midlands of Ireland or within a reasonable commute of the site, or be willing to relocate to the area as the role will be fully onsite. Only candidates currently meeting this criteria or available and able to relocate in a short timeframe can be considered.

NNIT is a publicly listed company that specialises in IT solutions to life sciences internationally, and to the public and enterprise sectors in Denmark. We focus on high complexity industries and thrive in environments where regulatory demands and complexity are high. We advise on and build sustainable digital solutions that work for the patients, citizens, employees, end‑users or customers. NNIT consists of group company NNIT A/S and subsidiaries SCALES, Excellis Health Solutions and SL Controls. Together, these companies employ more than 1,800 people in Europe, Asia, and USA.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All candidates are encouraged to apply for the given job regardless of their gender, age, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, national and social origin, political opinion, disability, race, skin colour, and ethnic origin.

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