<p>Piper Companies is seeking a Validation Engineer to support a leading organization in the regulated manufacturing industry for an onsite, 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity based out of Greenville, NC. The Validation Engineer will play a key role in automation validation initiatives and computer system validation efforts while supporting qualification activities across manufacturing operations.</p> <p>Responsibilities of the Validation Engineer include:</p> <ul> <li>Lead validation activities for automated systems and support CSV deliverables across a regulated production environment </li><li>Oversee and execute process and equipment qualification tasks following internal procedures and industry standards </li><li>Partner with engineering and operations teams to troubleshoot controls and automation issues </li><li>Create and maintain validation documentation, including protocols, test scripts, and summary reports </li><li>Ensure all validation work meets compliance requirements and aligns with quality and regulatory expectations </li></ul> <p>Qualifications for the Validation Engineer include:</p> <ul> <li>5+ years of experience in automation validation and computer system validation within a regulated manufacturing setting </li><li>Background in process/equipment qualification and exposure to controls engineering </li><li>Strong understanding of industry regulations and validation lifecycle methodologies </li><li>Ability to interpret technical documentation and collaborate effectively with cross-functional groups </li><li>Bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, or a related technical discipline </li></ul> <p>Compensation for the Validation Engineer:</p> <p>Salary Range: $140,000-$165,000/year (USD)</p> <p>Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, sick leave if required by law, and 401K</p> <p>This job opens for applications on 2/26/26. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.</p> <p>Keywords: validation, automation, CSV, equipment qualification, process validation, controls engineering, regulated manufacturing, quality systems, compliance, documentation, testing, engineering support, automation systems, protocol execution, risk assessment, regulatory guidance, system verification, troubleshooting, manufacturing operations, technical writing.</p> <p>#LI-MB1 #LI-ONSITE</p>